Publications

HCCA’s Health Promotion Framework

Published: 2023

This document is the framework which supports HCCA’s purpose to empower consumers to have control and understanding of their own health and increase their awareness of, and ability to influence control over, the social determinants of health in our communities.

HCCA Privacy & Confidentiality Policy

Published: 2023

This Privacy Policy outlines how HCCA manages the personal information of staff, volunteers, members and consumer representatives and members of the public. It also describes the type of personal information held, for what purposes, and how that information is collected, held, used and disclosed.

Co-Design Position Statement

Published: 2023

The Health Care Consumers’ Association (HCCA) supports co-design as integral to the development, implementation and evaluation of health services, policies and programs.

Consumer Participation in Research Position Statement

Published: 2023

This document summarises our commitment to supporting health consumer participation in research.

Submission to Inquiry into Abortion and Reproductive Choice in the ACT

Published: 2022 Inquiries

HCCA views reproductive justice as including both the right not to have a child, through access to abortion and contraception, and the right to have a child without fear of violence or discrimination. It is vital that that the principles of reproductive justice are central in any fulsome review of…

Submission to Northside Hospital Planning and Design Consultation

Published: 2022 Health Infrastructure Health Service Planning Quality and Safety in Health Care

The Northside Hospital is a welcome opportunity to address the distinctive health needs of ACT residents living in the area. This submission has been prepared in consultation with our members and community organisations to ensure the planning and design of the hospital adequately addresses the specific health needs of ACT…

Annual Report 2021-2022

Published: 2022

This annual report reviews the activities and achievements of Health Care Consumers’ Association of the ACT (HCCA) during the period 1 July 2021 to 30 June 2022

Appointment Notes Template

Published: 2022 Health Literacy/Patient Information

You can use this Word template to prepare for and take notes in your medical appointment.

Resource List: Making the Most of Your Appointment

Published: 2022 Health Literacy/Patient Information

This resource list from our talk on Making the Most of Your Appointment has links tips and links to help you participate in medical appointments and keep good notes about your medical history.

Simple Medical Summary Template

Published: 2022 Health Literacy/Patient Information

You can use this Word template to write your own summary of your medical history. It is formatted to fit on a double sided A4 page.