Apunipima Cape York Health Council
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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health
Apunipima was established following a community leaders meeting at Pajinka Wilderness Lodge, near Injinoo (tip of Cape York) on the 14 September 1994. Apunipima Cape York Health Council is the first Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation (ACCHO) covering Cape York. The Health Council is committed to working with the mainstream health system to coordinate improved health service delivery and coordination, and to address gaps in health care access and service delivery as prioritised by the communities that make up the membership. Apunipima is a member of the Queensland Aboriginal and Islander Health Council and the National Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation. Apunipima is a multi-disciplinary health service resource for the communities and people of Cape York. This includes outreach and community based service providers. Its role is to be the lead agency representing a holistic approach to health issues.
Contact Details
186 McCoombe Street, , Bungalow, QLD 4870
Apunipima's main office is located at 186 McCoombe St. Medical services are not provided from the address. Apunipima provides primary health care services to eleven Cape York communities.
P.O Box 12045, Westcourt, QLD 4870
Monday
8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Tuesday
8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Wednesday
8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Thursday
8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Friday
8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Call for further information. Hours of operation maybe subject to change.
Eligibility
No referral required.
No appointment required.
No waiting list.
Aboriginals and Torres Strait Islanders of Cape York
Charges and Fees
Non-government
No Charges
Our services are funded through Medicare
Accessibility and Special Requirements
- Accessible building
- Accessible parking
Female and male staff available
We are an Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation with local Aboriginal Health Workers in the 11 Cape York communities which we service
Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation