Local Services

Connect with Springfield health services to support your wellbeing.

Springfield offers a range of services that support heart health and overall wellbeing. Whether you’re looking for medical care, lifestyle support or community connection, these services can help you take the next step.

Springfield Services

 

  • Access to regular healthcare is an important part of preventing and managing heart disease.

  • Services like exercise physiology, physiotherapy, and dietetics can help build and maintain healthy habits.

  • These services support people living with, or at higher risk of, cardiovascular disease.

  • These opportunities support both physical health and social connection — key components of heart health.

  • Mental wellbeing is closely linked to heart health.

  • Some programs are tailored for specific needs within the community. like support for culturally diverse communities or women’s health services.

Primary Health Care

Access to regular healthcare is an important part of preventing and managing heart disease.

Services include:

  • General Practitioners (GPs)

  • Preventive health checks (blood pressure, cholesterol, diabetes screening)

  • Chronic disease management plans

Examples:

  • Local GP clinics

  • Community health centres

Heart Health & Specialist Services

For those needing more targeted care or support.

Services include:

  • Cardiology services

  • Cardiac rehabilitation programs

  • Specialist clinics and referrals

These services support people living with, or at higher risk of, cardiovascular disease.

Allied Health & Lifestyle Support

Support to build and maintain healthy habits.

Services include:

  • Exercise physiology

  • Physiotherapy

  • Dietetics and nutrition

  • Health coaching and behaviour change support

These services can help with:

  • Increasing physical activity

  • Improving nutrition

  • Managing weight and risk factors

  • Recovering after illness or injury

Community Programs & Activities

Simple, local ways to stay active and connected.

Options may include:

  • Walking groups and fitness programs

  • Community sport and recreation

  • Local events and wellbeing initiatives

  • Programs delivered through Springfield Healthy Hearts and partners

These opportunities support both physical health and social connection — key components of heart health.

Mental Health & Wellbeing Support

Mental wellbeing is closely linked to heart health.

Services include:

  • Counselling and psychology

  • Stress management programs

  • Community support groups

Support for Specific Needs

Some services are tailored for different groups within the community.

This may include:

  • Programs for older adults

  • Support for culturally diverse communities

  • Women’s health services

  • Youth and family services

How to Choose the Right Service

If you’re unsure where to start:

  • Speak with your GP

  • Explore local directories

  • Attend a community event or program

  • Reach out to Springfield Healthy Hearts for guidance

Springfield Healthy Hearts does not replace existing services. Instead, we aim to connect people with appropriate local support, identify gaps in services, and work with partners to improve access and coordination.