Urgent Care, Built for Veterans – AVHS Partners with SmartCare UrgentCare
For veterans and Defence families in the Greater Springfield and Ipswich region, there has been a persistent gap between primary care and the emergency department. That gap is now addressed through a new model of care. Australian Veteran Health Services (AVHS) has partnered with SmartCare UrgentCare to provide the Defence community with direct access to […]
AVHS Outreach Program – Williamstown, VIC
We are pleased to announce that our Veteran Outreach Programme is heading to Williamstown, Victoria, with a visit tentatively scheduled for late March. This is a fantastic opportunity for local veterans to meet Dr Cronin and our medical team face-to-face to discuss transitioning care, claims support, and impairment assessments.
Community Connections in Mount Gambier
Dr Cronin in Mount Gambier We are proud to have been part of a truly remarkable two days in Mount Gambier. Veterans SA recently hosted a Community Connections event at the Mount Gambier Community RSL, bringing together ESO groups, veterans, and the South Australian Minister for Veterans’ Affairs, Joe Szakacs. As part of this event, […]
AVHS Outreach Program – Sydney, NSW
Supporting Veterans in NSW Dr Cronin will be at the Harbour Spine Surgeons in the North Shore Health Hub on the 23rd and 24th of February as part of our Veteran Outreach Program. This program supports our ongoing commitment to providing accessible medical services to veterans across Australia and is an opportunity for veterans to meet with […]
AVHS Outreach Program – Cairns, QLD
Supporting Veterans in Far North Queensland Dr Cronin will be in Cairns from the 18th – 20th February as part of our Veteran Outreach Program. This program supports our ongoing commitment to providing accessible medical services to veterans across Australia and is an opportunity for veterans to meet with our medical team face-to-face and kick start their […]
AVHS Outreach Program – Mount Gambier
Supporting Veterans on the Limestone Coast Dr Andrew Cronin will be in Mount Gambier as part of the AVHS Outreach Program, together with Veterans SA, on Wednesday 11 February and Thursday 12 February. During this visit, there will be open clinical appointment slots for veterans to discuss medical issues and support needs related to the […]
Today Marks a Turning Point for Veteran Advocacy
Australian Veteran Health Services welcomes @Minister Matt Keogh’s announcement to strengthen regulation of the veterans’ advocacy sector. This is a critical step to ensure veterans are never exploited when seeking the support they deserve. Veterans have served this country and should never have to pay to get the support they need to access the entitlements […]
Giveaway – The Complete Resilience Bundle
Supporting Mental Health in Our Community At AVHS, we see firsthand how important mental health support is for our veterans and their families. It’s not just part of what we do, it’s at the heart of everything we believe in. That’s why we’re excited to share something special from one of our own. Dr Dan […]
Planning Ahead: Why Current Serving Members are Reaching out to AVHS
The Landscape Has Changed – And So Should Your Mindset Let’s be honest about where we’ve come from. There was a time in Defence when you wore your injuries like badges of honour, when “getting on with it” was the unspoken code, and when admitting something hurt was seen as weakness. Those days are behind […]
Senate Inquiry’s Final Report on Veteran Advocacy Services
AVHS welcomes the Senate Inquiry’s final report on veteran advocacy services. We’re grateful to the Committee for their hard work and thoughtful recommendations. The report highlights the intricate nature of veterans’ entitlements law and calls for continued efforts to improve timeliness and quality in claims processing while maintaining accountability for public funds. It also raises […]