DHAC training and advocacy resources

Training for members

Several training options are available to support you in your DHAC role and can be modified to suit your needs. Training packages and delivery options are developed by each WACHS region and local health service in conjunction with each DHAC, and may include:

• On site orientation and development workshops
• The annual DHAC Chairpersons' Forum
• Video conference and face-to-face consumer representative training via Health Consumers Council WA
• Web based information for download.
• Consumer Health Forum of Australia

Advocacy tips

Advocacy is an important part of your role as a DHAC member. Here are a few advocacy tips for consideration when speaking with members of your community.

• Advocare - promotes the rights of people receiving aged residential and community care services.
• Consumers' Health Forum of Australia
• The Health Consumers' Council
• The Office of Health Review
• Monash University's guide to group work
• Our Community