Better Health Together
Health care shaped by our people, for our islands.
Torres Health Indigenous Corporation is the community-controlled health organisation for the Torres Strait. Our six programmes support people to live longer, healthier and fulfilling lives.
I'm looking for support
Find the right programme for you or your family, from mental health to healthy lifestyles.
I'm referring a client
GPs, nurses and allied health: referral forms and requirements for each programme.
I want to get involved
Join a community event, partner with us, or explore jobs at Torres Health.
Our programmes
Six programmes, one purpose
Every programme is delivered by local staff who know the islands, the families and the culture.
Queensland Health
Mental Health and Wellbeing Support
Recovery-focused support for adults living with moderate to severe mental illness, one-on-one and in groups.
Care Coordination
Integrated Team Care
One-on-one care coordination for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people living with complex chronic conditions.
Dept. of Health & Aged Care
Tackling Indigenous Smoking
Community-wide health promotion to reduce smoking and vaping, with a focus on young people and pregnant women.
NQPHN
Healthy Lifestyles
Group activities and events in nutrition, physical activity and lifestyle management for the whole community.
NQPHN
Remote Alcohol & Drug Intervention & Outcomes (RADIO)
Alcohol and other drug treatment and support for young people aged 12–25 in the Kaiwalagal region.
NQPHN
Social & Emotional Wellbeing and Cultural
Culturally grounded wellbeing support for young people and families, including students boarding away from the Outer Islands.
Our vision
“Our people living longer, healthier and fulfilling lives.”
We deliver innovative, culturally appropriate primary health care, and we advocate for the health and wellbeing of our remote and isolated island communities.
Zenadth Kes: we work across the Eastern, Top Western, Near Western, Central and Inner Island groups.
Community engagement
Working with our community
From school visits and youth outreach to sport, culture and health campaigns, our teams are part of island life all year round.
Basketball clinic with CEQ
Under 8's Day
R U OK? Day
TIS fun run
TIS launch partners
News
Latest from Torres Health
Working together
Our community partners
Get in touch
Talk to our team
Not sure which programme is right? Send us a message or call, and we’ll connect you with the right person.
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Admin office61–63 Douglas Street,
Thursday Island -
Programs office57 Douglas Street,
Thursday Island - Phone4090 3380
- Emailinfo@torreshealth.com
In an emergency, call 000. For crisis support, call Lifeline on 13 11 14.