Health Service

The Ngaanyatjarra Health Service (NHS) is driven by a collaborative and culturally respectful approach to care. Our efforts have expanded healthcare services, built strong foundations, and ensured access to quality care for remote communities despite geographical challenges.
Overview

The Ngaanyatjarra Health Service (NHS) has achieved significant growth and success, driven by a collaborative and culturally respectful approach to care. Our efforts have expanded healthcare services, built strong foundations, and ensured access to quality care for remote communities despite geographical challenges.

A key to our success is maintaining effective partnerships and funding arrangements. NHS manages funding contracts across Federal, State, and other sources, enabling the delivery of essential services and programs while ensuring transparency and accountability through detailed reporting.

Our innovative programs, including comprehensive environmental health projects and animal health initiatives, along with specialist care through partnerships, play a vital role in enhancing wellbeing across the Lands. NHS remains committed to strengthening healthcare infrastructure and improving service delivery. Projects such as clinic upgrades and solar panel installations ensure reliable, sustainable services that empower Ngaanyatjarra families to thrive and remain healthy on Country.

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Working with the Ngaanyatjarra Health Service is an opportunity to be part of a team dedicated to improving the well-being of our communities. Every day, we see the positive difference we make by delivering essential health services, promoting healthy lifestyles, and ensuring that everyone in the Ngaanyatjarra Lands has access to quality care. It's incredibly fulfilling to contribute to the health and resilience of the people in these remote areas.

Other Services available in Ngaanyatjarra

The Land and Culture program supports traditional land management, passes on ecological knowledge and Tjukurrpa to youth, and helps protect cultural heritage during mining exploration on the Ngaanyatjarra Lands.
NCHRP manages rental housing and is the sole housing service provider on the Ngaanyatjarra Lands, aiming to improve health and living standards and recognising each community’s unique needs.
Our Community and Sustainable Development department supports the Ngaanyatjarra Lands through employment programs, essential municipal services, financial wellbeing initiatives, and year-round sports development.
NCAMS is dedicated to building infrastructure that strengthens the fabric of remote communities, working in partnership with Yarnangu to deliver vital upgrades and developments.
Ngaanyatjarra Agency and Transport Services (NATS), established in 1984, supplies Ngaanyatjarra Community stores with nutritious food and goods from its Perth warehouse. Owned by all Ngaanyatjarra Communities, NATS operates a regular bulk delivery service, contributing to better health standards on the Ngaanyatjarra Lands.
Ngaanyatjarra Essential Services provides building, project management, and essential services maintenance to Ngaanyatjarra and Spinifex Region communities. Ngaanyatjarra Essential Services (NES) handles maintenance, repairs, and water sampling, operating on a fee-for-service basis.

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