Eastern Health has services across the largest geographical area of any metropolitan health service in Victoria, covering 2,816 square kilometres.
We provide a range of emergency, surgical, medical and general healthcare services, including maternity, palliative care, mental health, drug and alcohol, residential care, community health and statewide specialist services to people and communities that are diverse in culture, age, socio-economic status and healthcare needs.
Child Safety Statement
Eastern Health is a child safe organisation, committed to promoting the wellbeing and cultural safety of Aboriginal children, children with disabilities and all children in their diversity.
Acknowledging Historical Forced Adoption Practices
Eastern Health has reflected on the organisation’s involvement in historical forced adoption practices and policies and provides an apology, acknowledging the pain and trauma experienced as a result of these past practices and expressing regret for our part in them.