DVA Community Nursing
Compassionate, veteran-focused nursing care delivered in the comfort of home.
- Approved DVA provider
- Experienced in veteran health and wellbeing
- Personalised care that respects your service
- Coordinated support for better health outcomes
- DVA Approved Provider
- Veteran Focused Care
- Home-Based Support
- Experienced Nursing Team
- Coordinated Care
- Compassionate & Respectful
DVA Referral Pathway
We make the process simple.
GP or health professional
Refers to SSCS DVA Community Nursing.
We review and assess
Our team reviews the referral and contacts the veteran.
Care plan and service start
We create a care plan and begin in-home support.
Eligibility Overview
We support veterans with:
- An accepted DVA Gold or White Card
- Chronic health conditions or complex care needs
- A need for in-home nursing support
Our team will work with you to make sure you receive the care and support you are entitled to.
Our Commitment
High-quality, respectful care that honours your service.
- Veteran-centred approach
- Dignity, respect and empathy
- Partnered with GPs and specialists
- Continuity and consistency of care
Our DVA Community Nursing Services
Wound Care
Wound assessment, dressing changes, pressure injury management and chronic wound monitoring.
Medication Management
Medication administration and assistance, injections when prescribed, and medication monitoring.
Diabetes Management
Blood glucose monitoring, prescribed insulin administration and diabetes education.
Continence Care
Urinary catheter care, continence assessment, bowel management and stoma care.
Personal Care
Showering, bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting and hygiene assistance where clinically required.
Chronic Disease Nursing
Clinical monitoring and nursing interventions for ongoing conditions.
Post-Hospital Care
Post-operative wound care, recovery monitoring and nursing support following discharge.
Clinical Nursing Assessment
Comprehensive nursing assessments, care planning, reassessment and evaluation.
Mobility and Personal Assistance
Transfers, positioning and mobility support linked to assessed clinical or personal care needs.
Make a Referral
Referrals can be made by GPs, health professionals, hospitals and family members.