Women’s Health Clinic
Who may be able to access the service?
The ASRC knows that many people seeking asylum are in crisis because they do not have work rights or access to mainstream social services in Australia.
While we aim to support as many people as possible, the level of need we see always exceeds the resources we have available as a community organisation.
We therefore provide FREE primary health care prioritising people seeking asylum who face the biggest barriers to accessing this human right.
Our Women’s Health Clinic services are available with or without Medicare.
Who MAY be able to access this service |
Who will NOT be able to access this service* |
|---|---|
| A person seeking asylum | Not seeking asylum |
| Current ASRC Health Client | Not a current ASRC Health Client |
| Residing in Victoria | Not residing in Victoria |
| 18 years or older | Less than 18 years old |
* If this is you, you may be able to access other services listed here.
What does this service offer?
This service helps with screening of Women’s health conditions and referrals to other services that check women’s health.
- Breast check
- Cervical screening (pap smear)
- Bowel screening
- Contraceptive advice
This is a monthly clinic.
How to access the service?
Please come to the health centre and our team can discuss your health needs and assist you to make a Women’s Clinic appointment. If you are not able to come in person, please call 03 9274 9898 or email health@asrc.org.au and leave a message with your name and phone number.
If you require an interpreter please state your preferred language and we will call you back with an interpreter.
Opening hours
Service hours may vary depending on staff capacity but these are the days and times we are open (excluding public holidays).
Please note, the service is paused during lunchtimes on the open days
ASRC Footscray
Level 2, 214-218 Nicholson St. Footscray
Monday: 10.30am to 4.00pm
Tuesday: 10.30am to 4.00pm
Wednesday: Closed
Thursday: 10.30am to 4.00pm
Friday: 10.30am to 4.00pm
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
What you need to provide:
- Signed consent form including agreeing to ASRC’s Rights and Responsibilities agreement (completed with a worker at the ASRC)
Bring your current medication and vitamins
Any medical history you have including details of doctors you have seen in Australia
An appointment for a Health Assessment with our nurses before you see a doctor
What we use it for:
- Consent to access services in line with ASRC’s relevant policies and procedures
Your doctor can see what medication you take
To help the doctor provide the best treatment
This allows the doctor to have basic information about you before they see you
What other services could I try?
Website: https://www.breastscreen.org.au
Phone: 13 20 50 for screening information or to make an appointment
Phone: (03) 9418 0910
FREE CALL: 1800 656 421