NDIS

NAPHL is a registered provider of NDIS services. Our services aim to enhance the lives of people with disabilites and their families.

Our comprehensive team of allied and mental health clinicians work collaboratively to offer holistic care to NDIS participants.

Our NDIS services include:

Assessment services
Occupational Therapy
Physiotherapy
Exercise Physiology
Speech Pathology
Podiatry
Dietetics
Psychology

Latest

Are you a dad that's not okay?

A mental health professional tells us how he's not immune to the pressures of fatherhood and shares his top tips to help dads improve their mental health.
Veteran Health and DVA Literacy Educational Dinner - Cairns

General Practitioners, Practice Managers and Practice Nurses working in Cairns and surrounding areas are invited to this educational dinner event presented by Dr Kerry Summerscales, a GP and transitioning defence member and Julie Randall, a Registered Nurse, Practice Nurse and Clinical Researcher.
Veteran Health and DVA Literacy Educational Dinner - Mackay

General Practitioners, Practice Managers and Practice Nurses working in Mackay and surrounding areas are invited to this educational dinner event presented by Dr Kerry Summerscales, a GP and transitioning defence member and Julie Randall, a Registered Nurse, Practice Nurse and Clinical Researcher.
Eat well to age well: nutrition for senior years

Accredited Practicing Dietitian Carla Sommers tells us why good nutrition is crucial in senior years and shares her top healthy eating tips for older Australians.

Are you a dad that's not okay?

A mental health professional tells us how he's not immune to the pressures of fatherhood and shares his top tips to help dads improve their mental health.
Eat well to age well: nutrition for senior years

Accredited Practicing Dietitian Carla Sommers tells us why good nutrition is crucial in senior years and shares her top healthy eating tips for older Australians.
Feel strong and steady on your feet

If you're worried about your bone strength or what might happen if you have a fall, then this fun exercise program is for you.
What to expect during your first Exercise Physiology appointment

The thought of seeing an Exercise Physiologist for the first time can be nerve-racking but it doesn't have to be. We give you the low down on everything that happens during an initial EP appointment.
How to switch to a plant-based diet according to a vegan dietitian

Thinking of making the switch to a plant-based diet? This is what you should be eating according to a vegan Accredited Practising Dietitian.
Exercise Physiology

Our university qualified Accredited Exercise Physiologists (AEPs) are different from other fitness professionals as they have extensive knowledge, skills and experience in clinical exercise delivery and health related behavioural change counselling for people with chronic disease or injury.
Working together to support children with developmental delays

Our Occupational Therapist Courtney and Speech Pathologist Tamara work together at the NAPHL Health Hub to help children with developmental delays.
Don’t suffer in silence with food allergies and intolerances

Food allergies and intolerances can be debilitating, causing painful and often embarrassing symptoms. Many people suffer in silence, but an Accredited Practising Dietitian can help.
Avoiding poor nutrition with IBD

Eating can be complicated for people with Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis. It's just as important to replace nutritional deficiencies as it is to avoid foods that trigger symptoms. Read our Dietitian Carla's tips.
One way to lower blood pressure

Hypertension and high blood pressure can have damaging effects on your body. But there is one simple way to lower your blood pressure and reduce the impacts.

Australia Day Award nomination for dedication to indigenous health

Northern Australia Primary Health Limited (NAPHL) Indigenous Outreach Worker Mettassa Zaro has been nominated for a Townsville Citizen of the Year award in recognition of his dedication to indigenous health.
NAPHL helps break world record

We did it! Northern Australia Primary Health Limited helped to break the Guinness World Record for the most people wearing high-visibility vests in the one location and it was all for a good cause.
Back to school lunchbox ideas

What you should be packing in your child's lunchbox according to a dietitian. SEE HER TIPS>>
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Veteran Health and DVA Literacy Educational Dinner

SOLD OUT Practice Managers and Practice Nurses working in Townsville and surrounding areas are invited to this online educational event presented by Julie Randall who is a Registered Nurse, Practice Nurse and Clinical Researcher.
Know Your Veteran's Health: an online event for Practice Managers & Practice Nurses

This online educational event provides Practice Nurses and Practice Managers the opportunity to reinforce and improve the management of healthcare for Defence Veterans.
Suffering from hypothyroidism? Exercise can help

Have you been diagnosed with an underactive thyroid? An Exercise Physiologist shares how getting active can help alleviate symptoms like weight gain, weak and sore muscles, low energy and moodiness.
Advocacy for healthcare in NQ: an online discussion

All GPs across Northern Queensland are invited to to participate in an online discussion with Federal Member for Herbert Phillip Thompson OAM MP and special guest Principal Medical Advisor to the Department of Health Prof Michael Kidd AM, facilitated by NAPHL Chairman and GP Dr Michael Clements. REGISTRATION CLOSES JUNE 19
Enhancing Primary Health Care for Veterans project

The Know Your Veteran's Health project aims to equip Northern Queensland General Practice professionals with the knowledge, confidence and resources to deliver effective and appropriate health care for defence veterans.
Avoiding poor nutrition with IBD

Eating can be complicated for people with Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis. It's just as important to replace nutritional deficiencies as it is to avoid foods that trigger symptoms. Read our Dietitian Carla's tips.

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Donate to NAPHL and help us to continue to deliver health services to people who are disadvantaged, suffer chronic or complex health conditions, or live in remote locations. Read more

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