Derby Aboriginal Health Service (DAHS) delivers comprehensive, culturally safe primary health care for Aboriginal people across Derby and the West Kimberley.

Our approach recognises that health is more than physical wellbeing. We care for the social, emotional and cultural wellbeing of individuals, families and communities, providing support across the whole of life.

We offer a wide range of local health services, supported by visiting specialist clinics. This ensures our clients can access the care they need close to home, without having to travel far from family and community. Visiting specialists support areas such as mental health, allied health, cardiology, renal care, podiatry and other specialist services.

Our core services include everyday primary care such as general practice, chronic disease management, maternal and child health, and men’s and women’s health. Alongside this, we deliver health promotion and prevention programs that support people to make informed choices and live longer, healthier lives.

In addition to clinic-based care, we provide regular outreach services to seven remote communities across the West Kimberley. This helps ensure essential health care remains accessible to Aboriginal people throughout the region, no matter where they live.

Services at DAHS

• Primary Health – Comprehensive GP and nursing care for individuals and families.

• Population Health – Health promotion, chronic disease prevention, and community education.

• Visiting Specialists – Access to allied health, mental health, and other specialist services.

• Chronic Disease Care – Ongoing management and support for conditions such as diabetes, heart disease, and kidney disease.

• Social and Emotional Wellbeing – Counselling and culturally appropriate mental health support.

• Sexual Health – Confidential advice, testing, and treatment for sexual health concerns.

• Dental – Oral health services including preventative care and treatment.

• Transport Services – Assistance for clients to attend appointments locally and regionally.

• Maternal and Child Health – Support for mothers, babies, and young children to ensure a healthy start to life.