Equity & Access

The Equity & Access Page has been designed to act as a central point of reference for HACC funded services in the Hume Region. The information included on this site is not exclusive and is selected at the discretion of the Equity & Access Worker. All contributions are welcome, and further information will be uploaded as it comes to hand.  

What is Equity?

Equity is a term which describes fairness and justice in outcomes. It is not about the equal delivery of services, or distribution of resources, it is about recognising diversity and disadvantage, and directing resources and services towards those most in need, to ensure equal outcomes for all.

(Adapted from Dyson, S (2001) Gender and Diversity Workbook).

Equity Checklist: Checklist for applying an "equity lens" to planning & evaluation

Equity Checklisttype: pdf | size: 55 kB

HACC Equity & Access Program

This program aims to support HACC Services & mainstream Aged & Disability Services to respond to the needs of special needs groups in the community.

This is achieved by:

  • Identifying needs of specific target groups
  • Networking with services
  • Raising community & service provider's awareness of unmet needs
  • Providing training & information - including the "Information Tree"
  • Through assisting in the planning, development & monitoring of services for people eligble for HACC services at a local, regional and state level.

The following groups of people have special needs regarding access to HACC services:

  • People from a culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) background
  • People from an Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander (ATSI) background
  • Younger people with a Disability, people who are homeless, or living in unsuitable and/orinsecure housing
  • People living in remote rural areas
  • People with Dementia or an Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)

Further Information on HACC Services 

 
Home and Community Care Program Overview
 
Who Gets HACC