Medi-Nav Orientation Resource v6, 2024

| 3 Diabetes Australia in Queensland Diabetes Australia in Queensland (DAQ) provides information on how people with diabetes, pre-diabetes and those affected by diabetes can access services and advice on diabetes management in their local area. DAQ is the agent for Diabetes Australia to administer the National Diabetes Services Scheme in Queensland, on behalf of the Australian Government. For further information, refer to: https://www.diabetesqld.org.au/ Child safety, seniors and disability services Various Queensland government departments provide services in the areas of child and family safety and protection, domestic and family violence, community (including aged care and disability services) and social services. For further information, refer to: Department of Treaty, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Partnerships, Communities and the Arts: https://www.dsdsatsip.qld.gov.au/ Department of Child Safety, Seniors and Disability Services: https://www.dcssds.qld.gov.au/ Domestic and family violence The Domestic and Family Violence Protection Act 2012 aims to provide safety and protection for people in domestic relationships who are victims of domestic and family violence. If you suspect someone is in a violent or abusive relationship and need information and/or help, there are many services throughout Queensland that can be contacted. Support options in the workplace include: + a minimum of 10 days paid domestic and family violence leave + flexible work arrangements + reasonable workplace adjustments + counselling through employee assistance programs For further information, refer to: https://www.justice.qld.gov.au/about-us/services/women-violence-prevention/violence-prevention https://qheps.health.qld.gov.au/csd/employee-centre/workhealth-safety-wellbeing/employee-assistance- service-providers ( accessible only on Queensland Health computers ) Department of Veterans’ Affairs The Department of Veterans’ Affairs (DVA) coordinates income support, compensation, health services, housing, care and commemoration programs and funeral arrangements for war veterans and their widows, widowers and dependents. | 71