Practical and culturally respectful support helping Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people better manage chronic health conditions and improve wellbeing.
Integrated Team Care supports Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people living with chronic conditions by helping improve access to healthcare, strengthen support systems and create healthier pathways through culturally appropriate care.
Integrated Team Care (ITC) provides practical support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people living with chronic health conditions or long-term illness.
Continuing the goals of Closing the Gap, ITC takes a team-based approach to help improve access to medical care, strengthen support systems and connect individuals with culturally appropriate health and community services.
Our goal is to help people better manage their health and support healthier, longer lives.
Health conditions we can support with.
Providing practical support and healthcare guidance.
Helping explain your health and treatment journey.
Linking people with culturally appropriate services.
Helping improve long-term wellbeing outcomes.
Helping explain health conditions and what they mean for everyday life.
Supporting medications, appointments and care plans.
Helping people access medical appointments and healthcare services.
Assistance accessing health equipment and required supports.
Helping improve physical and emotional wellbeing through broader support pathways.
Providing practical support and guidance throughout your health journey.
Discuss Integrated Team Care with your doctor
Your GP completes and submits a referral
We review your referral and support needs
Our team reaches out to discuss next steps
Start receiving culturally respectful support
Speak with your doctor about Integrated Team Care and request a referral to Country & Outback Health.
Our team can help you understand the ITC referral process and what support may be available.
This service is made possible through funding and support from Country SA PHN (CSAPHN)
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people living with chronic health conditions or long-term illness.
Yes. Speak with your GP or healthcare provider for a referral.
Yes. This service is fully funded and free.
Yes. Support may include transport assistance and appointment support.
We're here to provide practical, culturally respectful support and help you access the care you need.
