Two Moree health providers have been chosen to take part in a nationwide trial aimed at providing trauma-informed recovery care for victim-survivors of family, domestic, and sexual violence (DFSV).
The Hunter New England and Central Coast Primary Health Network (HNECC PHN) has announced the launch of the Supporting Recovery pilot program with Anglicare and HealthWISE in Moree, due to their high rates of DFSV within the region, representing a rural settings for effective pilot testing.
Selected as one of six Primary Health Networks nationwide to trial this initiative, HNECC PHN aims to enhance care coordination and mental health therapies for victim-survivors of domestic, family, and sexual violence.
The providers, set to commence the program in September/October, will take referrals from all other social and health services as well as self-referrals.
More referral information will be provided locally on commencement.
“Increasing equity of access to dedicated DFSV primary care programs aligns with our Safe and Healthy Framework’s vision. We aim for all individuals and families to receive support from the primary health system, enabling them to live safe, healthy lives free from violence.” said Richard Nankervis, Chief Executive Officer of HNECC PHN.
The Supporting Recovery pilot program aligns with Australia’s National Plan to End Violence against Women and Children 2022-2032, focusing on the essential role of recovery in supporting victim-survivors. It responds particularly to the “healing and recovery” pillar of the National Plan.
The pilot adopts a holistic approach to healing and recovery, acknowledging children as victim-survivors in their own right.
According to the Supporting Recovery Model of Care, recovery is a multifaceted journey that promotes safety, health, resilience, economic security, and post-traumatic growth for victim-survivors. This includes addressing short-term, long-term, and lifelong health impacts such as physical injuries, reproductive and sexual health issues, and mental health challenges.
Moreover, recovery encompasses rebuilding the lives of victim-survivors, supporting their return to the workplace and community, and achieving financial independence while recognising that recovery is individualised.
The pilot period finishes on 30th June 2026.
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