integrated team care
What is the Integrated Team Care (ITC) Program?
The ITC Program was established to improve chronic conditions outcomes for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people by improving access to primary health care.
The aims of the ITC Program are to:
- Contribute to improving health outcomes for Aboriginal and /or Torres Strait Islander people with chronic health conditions through access to care coordination, multidisciplinary care, and support for self-management; and
- Improve access to culturally appropriate mainstream primary care services (including but not limited to general practice, allied health, and specialists) for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people.
Who is eligible?
- An identified Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander
- Have one or more of the following chronic diseases (Diabetes, Heart, Respiratory, Kidney)
- Client must have a current Care Plan/Health Summary
- Doctor’s referral must include the above criteria
