Resources and Publications
Bendigo Community Health Services (BCHS) provides and promotes a wide range of free resources to support your health, wellbeing, mental health, and understanding of your rights. We also keep you informed about our quality of care practices, annual reports, and publications.
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Advance care planning explained, in English and Karen
- Resource type: Brochure
- Language: English, Karen
This brochure explains advance care planning, in both English and Karen.
Advance care planning explained, in Karen
- Resource type: Brochure
- Language: Karen
This brochure explains advance care planning, in the Karen language.
Palliative care explained, in Karen
- Resource type: Brochure
- Topics: Cancer
- Language: Karen
This brochure explains palliative care, in the Karen language.
Appointment summary form for health professionals
- Resource type: PDF
- Language: English
This form allows you to give a patient a brief summary of what was discussed in an appointment, and any instructions for them to follow, In English and in a translation.
Chemotherapy explained, In Dari
- Resource type: PDF
- Topics: Cancer
- Language: Dari
This booklet explains what will happen when you go to hospital for chemotherapy, in the Dari language.
Chemotherapy explained, in Karen
- Resource type: PDF
- Topics: Cancer
- Language: Karen
This booklet explains what will happen when you go to hospital for chemotherapy, in the Karen language.
Chemotherapy explained, in easy-read English
- Resource type: PDF
- Topics: Cancer
- Language: English
This booklet explains what will happen when you go to hospital for chemotherapy, in easy-to-read English.
Having surgery explained, in Dari
- Resource type: PDF
- Topics: Cancer
- Language: Dari
This booklet explains what will happen when you go to hospital for surgery, in the Dari language.
Having surgery explained, in Karen
- Resource type: PDF
- Topics: Cancer
- Language: Karen
This booklet explains what will happen when you go to hospital for surgery, in the Karen language.
Having surgery explained in easy-read English
- Resource type: PDF
- Topics: Cancer
- Language: English
This booklet explains what will happen when you go to hospital for surgery, in easy-to-read English.
Radiotherapy explained, in Dari
- Resource type: PDF
- Topics: Cancer
- Language: Dari
This booklet explains what will happen when you go to hospital for radiotherapy, in the Dari language.
Radiotherapy explained, in Karen
- Resource type: PDF
- Topics: Cancer
- Language: Karen
This booklet explains what will happen when you go to hospital for radiotherapy, in the Karen language.
Radiotherapy explained in easy-read English
- Resource type: PDF
- Topics: Cancer
- Language: English
This booklet explains what will happen when you go to hospital for radiotherapy, in easy-to-read English.
BCHS Community Newsletter May 2025
- Resource type: Publication
- Topics: News
- Language: English
Our May newsletter is filled with wonderful news including our coat drive has been revived; four new AOD recruits start; our dream team duo up for a national immunisation award; Exercise Right Month is on; and Angela's homecoming to Bendigo Family Day Care. Plus, what's on in May, our services, current job vacancies and more.
BCHS Community Newsletter April 2025
- Resource type: Publication
- Topics: News
- Language: English
Our April newsletter is jam-packed with news including our new, culturally safe cancer screening education initiative for migrants and refugees; a transformative pharmacotherapy grant; from Myanmar to medicine: meet our newest GP; and school's in on a new vape prevention program. Plus, what's on in April, our services and current job vacancies etc.
BCHS Community Newsletter March 2025
- Resource type: Publication
- Topics: News
- Language: English
Inside our marvellous March newsletter you'll find news about our Endometriosis and Pelvic Pain Clinic's one year anniversary, the White Hills Wanderers walking group, getting ready for winter flu vaccinations and the families flourishing under the Parent Group program. Plus, current job openings, our services and more!
Supporting Diverse Cancer Patients: Recommendations for health professionals
- Resource type: PDF
- Topics: Cancer
- Language: English
Information for cancer services on supporting diverse cancer patients and their families.
Alcohol & Other Drugs (AOD) Service Directory
- Resource type: Publication
- Topics: Alcohol, Services
- Language: English
This resource has been developed in good faith and lists key state-funded AOD services within the Loddon catchment, which includes the local government areas of Greater Bendigo, Mount Alexander, Mount Macedon, Central Goldfields, Campaspe and Loddon.
BCHS Community Newsletter February 2025
- Resource type: Publication
- Topics: News
- Language: English
Catch up on the latest BCHS news and initiatives of February 2025.
BCHS Community Newsletter December 2024
- Resource type: Publication
- Topics: News
- Language: English
Catch up on all the BCHS happenings during December 2024.
Quality of Care Report 2024
- Resource type: Report
- Topics: Annual report
- Language: English
Read about our initiatives and impacts during 2023-2024.
BCHS Community Newsletter November 2024
- Resource type: Publication
- Topics: News
- Language: English
Catch up on all the BCHS happenings from November 2024.
Services at a glance
- Resource type: PDF
- Topics: Services
- Language: English
View or print a copy of our Services at a glance
Reflect Reconciliation Action Plan
- Resource type: Publication
- Topics: First Nations, Indigenous, Reconcilliation
- Language: English
Discover our plans to partner respectfully with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
Client information
- Resource type: Publication
- Topics: advocacy, complaines, consent, diversity, Privacy, responsibilities, rights
- Language: English
Everything you need to know about using our services
What is cancer? Karen
- Resource type: Video
- Topics: Cancer, Health, Karen
- Language: Karen
An explanation of cancer, in the Karen language with English subtitles.
What is cancer? Dari
- Resource type: Video
- Topics: Cancer, Dari, Health
- Language: Dari
An explanation of cancer, in the Dari language with English subtitles.
Flood safety information (Dinka)
- Resource type: Fact Sheet
- Topics: Emergency Preparedness, Heat Health
- Language: Dinka
Flood safety information
Emergency preparedness (Dinka) Flood – Part 3
- Resource type: Video
- Topics: Emergency Preparedness, Heat Health
- Language: Dinka
How to stay informed during a flood
Emergency preparedness (Dinka) Flood – Part 2
- Resource type: Video
- Topics: Emergency Preparedness, Heat Health
- Language: Dinka
How to prepare for floods
Emergency preparedness (Dinka) Flood – Part 1
- Resource type: Video
- Topics: Emergency Preparedness, Flood
- Language: Dinka
How to stay safe in a flood and where to get help
Stay safe from extreme heat (Dinka)
- Resource type: Video
- Topics: Emergency Preparedness, Heat Health
- Language: Dinka
Learn how to stay safe from extreme heat
Beat the heat (Dinka)
- Resource type: Fact Sheet
- Topics: Emergency Preparedness, Heat Health
- Language: Dinka
Info on how to beat the heat
Bushfire safety (Dinka)
- Resource type: Fact Sheet
- Topics: Emergency Preparedness, Fire
- Language: Dinka
Info on bushfire safety essentials
Emergency preparedness (Dinka) Fire – Part 3
- Resource type: Video
- Topics: Emergency Preparedness, Fire
- Language: Dinka
How to stay informed during a bushfire
Emergency preparedness (Dinka) Fire – Part 2
- Resource type: Video
- Topics: Emergency Preparedness, Fire
- Language: Dinka
How to prepare for a bushfire
Emergency preparedness (Dinka) Fire – Part 1
- Resource type: Video
- Topics: Emergency Preparedness, Fire
- Language: Dinka
Fire Safety Essential
Flood safety information (Dari)
- Resource type: Fact Sheet
- Topics: Emergency Preparedness, Flood
- Language: English
Flood safety information
Flood safety information (Dari)
- Resource type: Fact Sheet
- Topics: Emergency Preparedness, Flood
- Language: Dari
Flood safety information
Emergency Preparedness (Dari) Flood – Part 3
- Resource type: Video
- Topics: Emergency Preparedness, Flood
- Language: Dari
How to stay informed during a flood
Emergency Preparedness (Dari) Flood – Part 2
- Resource type: Video
- Topics: Emergency Preparedness, Flood
- Language: Dari
How to prepare for floods
Emergency Preparedness (Dari) Flood – Part 1
- Resource type: Video
- Topics: Emergency Preparedness, Flood
- Language: Dari
How to stay safe in a flood and where to get help
Stay safe from extreme heat (Dari)
- Resource type: Video
- Topics: Emergency Preparedness, Heat Health
- Language: Dari
Stay safe from extreme heat
Beat the heat (Dari)
- Resource type: Fact Sheet
- Topics: Emergency Preparedness, Heat Health
- Language: Dari
A factsheet on beating the heat
Emergency preparedness facts (Dari) Fire
- Resource type: Fact Sheet
- Topics: Emergency Preparedness, Fire
- Language: Dari
Bushfire safety information
Emergency preparedness (Dari) Fire – Part 3
- Resource type: Video
- Topics: Emergency Preparedness, Fire
- Language: Dari
How to stay informed during a bushfire
Emergency preparedness (Dari) Fire – Part 2
- Resource type: Video
- Topics: Emergency Preparedness, Fire
- Language: Dari
How to prepare for a bushfire
Emergency preparedness (Dari) Fire – Part 1
- Resource type: Video
- Topics: Emergency Preparedness, Fire
- Language: Dari
Fire S=safety essentials
Former refugees’ experiences around emergency preparedness
- Resource type: Video
- Topics: Emergency Preparedness, Emergency Services, Flood
- Language: English
Hear the experiences of former refugees around emergency preparedness
Stay safe around floodwater (Karen)
- Resource type: Video
- Topics: Emergency Preparedness, Flood
- Language: Karen
Info on how to stay safe around floodwater
Flood safety information (Karen)
- Resource type: Fact Sheet
- Topics: Emergency Preparedness, Flood
- Language: Karen
Info on how to stay safe during a flood
Emergency Preparedness (Karen) Flood – Part 3
- Resource type: Video
- Topics: Emergency Preparedness, Flood
- Language: Karen
How to stay informed during a flood
Emergency Preparedness (Karen) Flood – Part 2
- Resource type: Video
- Topics: Emergency Preparedness, Flood
- Language: Karen
How to prepare for floods
Emergency Preparedness (Karen) Flood – Part 1
- Resource type: Video
- Topics: Emergency Preparedness, Flood
- Language: Karen
How to stay safe in a flood and where to get help
Stay safe from extreme heat (Karen)
- Resource type: Video
- Language: Karen
Info on staying safe from extreme heat
Bushfire safety information – English
- Resource type: Fact Sheet
- Topics: Emergency Preparedness, Fire
- Language: English
A factsheet on bushfire safety information
Bushfire safety information – Karen
- Resource type: Fact Sheet
- Topics: Emergency Preparedness, Fire
- Language: Karen
A factsheet on bushfire safety information
Emergency preparedness (Karen) Fire – Part 3
- Resource type: Video
- Topics: Emergency Preparedness, Fire
- Language: Karen
How to stay informed during a bushfire
Emergency preparedness (Karen) Fire – Part 2
- Resource type: Video
- Topics: Emergency Preparedness, Fire
- Language: Karen
How to prepare for a bushfire
Emergency preparedness (Karen) Fire – Part 1
- Resource type: Video
- Topics: Emergency Preparedness, Fire
- Language: Karen
Fire safety essentials
Understanding Ambulance Victoria membership
- Resource type: Video
- Topics: Ambulance Membership, Health
- Language: Karen
Learn about the importance of having an Ambulance Victoria membership.
Blood pressure explained – Karen
- Resource type: Video
- Topics: Blood Pressure, Health
- Language: Karen
Managing blood pressure explained, in the Karen language
Recommendations for service providers
- Resource type: Video
- Topics: Health, Refugees
- Language: English
Tips for health providers on working with people with a refugee background, from Bendigo Community Health Services.
Understanding autism – Karen
- Resource type: Video
- Topics: Autism
- Language: Karen
A Bendigo Community Health Services video, explaining autism in the Karen language.
Karen history
- Resource type: Video
- Topics: Karen history
- Language: English
A Bendigo Community Health Services video outlining the history of Karen people and the journey many Karen refugees take to settle in Bendigo.
Understanding cholesterol – Karen
- Resource type: Video
- Topics: Cholesterol, Health
- Language: Karen
Cholesterol explained, in the Karen language. A Bendigo Community Health Services video.
Alcohol and its harmful effects
- Resource type: Video
- Topics: Alcohol
- Language: Karen
A Bendigo Community Health Services video, in the Karen language, with English subtitles.
Understanding medication prescription
- Resource type: Video
- Topics: Medication
- Language: Karen
A Bendigo Community Health Services video, in Karen, with English subtitles.
Understanding autism – Dari
- Resource type: Video
- Topics: Autism
- Language: Dari
An outline of autism, in the Dari language.
Pre and post arrival health experiences of Karen people to Bendigo
- Topics: Health
- Language: English
A Bendigo Community Health Services video outlining the pre and post arrival health experiences of Karen people to Bendigo.
Vaping and your health
- Resource type: Video
- Topics: Vaping
- Language: Karen
A Bendigo Community Health Services video about vaping, in the Karen language, with English subtitles.
Understanding public transport in Bendigo
- Resource type: Video
- Topics: Transport
- Language: Karen
video explaining how to use the public transport system in Bendigo, in the Karen language, with English subtitles.
Victorian recreational fishing rules
- Resource type: Video
- Topics: Fishing
- Language: Karen
Victorian fishing regulations explained in the Karen language, with English subtitles. A Bendigo Community Health Services video, with support from the Victorian Fisheries Authority.
Proposer responsibilities
- Resource type: Video
- Topics: Refugees
- Language: English, Karen
An overview of what proposers are responsible for when assisting refugees to settle in Australia. Translated in the Karen language. Produced by Bendigo Community Health Services.
What is responsible fishing?
- Resource type: Video
- Topics: Fishing
- Language: Karen
Explaining responsible recreational fishing in Victoria, in the Karen language. This video is an initiative of Bendigo Community Health Services and the Victorian Fisheries Authority.
Victorian fishing rules explained – Karen
- Resource type: Video
- Topics: Fishing
- Language: Karen
Victorian fishing rules explained, in the Karen language. This video is an initiative of Bendigo Community Health Services and the Victorian Fisheries Authority.
Former refugees’ experiences with emergency preparedness
- Resource type: Video
- Topics: Emergency Preparedness, Emergency Services, Refugees
- Language: Dari, English, Karen
A Bendigo Community Health Services video for emergency service providers, highlighting new arrivals' experience of emergencies in their home countries.
Undertanding the role of iron in the body
- Resource type: Video
- Topics: Health, Iron
- Language: Karen
A Bendigo Community Health Services video explaining the role of iron in the body, in the Karen language with English subtitles.
Stay safe during flood
- Resource type: Video
- Topics: Emergency Preparedness, Flood
- Language: Karen
A flood safety message in the Karen language, developed for the Victorian January 2024 floods from Bendigo Community Health Services.
Physical activity guidelines – Karen
- Resource type: Video
- Topics: Health, Physical Activity
- Language: Karen
Physical activity guidelines explained, in the Karen language, with English subtitles. A Bendigo Community Health Services video.
Understanding floods – Karen
- Resource type: Video
- Topics: Emergency Preparedness, Flood
- Language: Karen
A Bendigo Community Health Services video for Karen people on how to stay safe around floodwater.
Mosquito Borne Diseases
- Resource type: Fact Sheet
- Topics: Fishing
- Language: Karen
View or print a copy of our Mosquito Borne Diseases fact sheet in Karen
Fishing in Victoria
- Resource type: Fact Sheet
- Topics: Fishing
- Language: Karen
View or print a copy of our Fishing in Victoria fact shee in Karen
Stay safe when fishing
- Resource type: Fact Sheet
- Topics: Fishing
- Language: Karen
View or print a copy of our fishing safey fact sheet in Karen
Victorian fishing rules explained – Karen
- Resource type: Brochure
- Topics: Fishing
- Language: Karen
View or print a copy of our Victorian fishing rules brochure in Karen
Stepping Stones group
- Resource type: Video
- Topics: Children, Family Services, NDIS, Stepping Stones
- Language: English
Bendigo Community Health Services’ Stepping Stones Group supports children who have a current NDIS early childhood plan
Tough Talks Vaping
- Resource type: Video
- Topics: Health, Health Promotion, Vaping
- Language: English
Hear from Bendigo Community Health Services Health Promotion Officers and other professionals on how to support young people to stop vaping.
Endometriosis & Pelvic Pain Clinic
- Resource type: Video
- Topics: Endometriosis, women's health
- Language: English
Meet our Endometriosis & Pelvic Pain clinic staff and discover how they can help you
A proud history
- Resource type: Video
- Topics: History
- Language: English
Learn the story of our past. This video was produced for our30th anniversary
Financial statements
- Resource type: Website
- Topics: Finance
- Language: English
Find our current and past financial statements on the ACNC website
BCHS Community Newsletter October 2024
- Resource type: Publication
- Topics: News
- Language: English
Catch up on the BCHS happenings of October 2024
BCHS Community Newsletter August 2024
- Resource type: Publication
- Topics: News
- Language: English
Catch up on the BCHS happenings of August 2024
BCHS Community Newsletter September 2024
- Resource type: Publication
- Topics: News
- Language: English
Catch up on the BCHS happenings of September 2024
Quality of Care 2022
- Resource type: Report
- Topics: Annual report
- Language: English
Read about our initiatives and impacts during 2021-22
Quality of Care 2023
- Resource type: Report
- Topics: Annual report
- Language: English
Read about our initiatives and impacts during 2022-23
Climate and Health
- Resource type: Fact Sheet
- Topics: Climate, Health, Karen
- Language: Karen
Learn how to mitigate the effects of climate on your health
Physical Activity Guidelines (Dari)
- Resource type: Fact Sheet
- Topics: Dari, Exercise, Health, Physical Activity
- Language: Dari
Learn how to keep active and healthy
Physical Activity Guidelines (Karen)
- Resource type: Fact Sheet
- Topics: Exercise, Health, Karen, Physical Activity
- Language: Karen
Learn how to keep active and healthy
Flood Safety Info (Dinka)
- Resource type: Fact Sheet
- Topics: Dinka, Emergency Preparedness, Flood
- Language: Dinka
Essential flood safety information factsheet
Healthy Lunch Box Tips (Karen)
- Resource type: Fact Sheet
- Topics: Diet, Health, Healthy Eating, Karen, Lunch Box
- Language: Karen
Learn how to pack a healthy lunch box for your child
Flood Safety Info (Dari)
- Resource type: Fact Sheet
- Topics: Dari, Emergency Preparedness, Flood
- Language: Dari
Essential flood safety information factsheet
Victorian fishing rules explained – Karen
- Resource type: Brochure
- Topics: Fishing
- Language: Karen
View or print a copy of our Victorian fishing rules brochure in Karen
