A diabetes diagnosis can be difficult to accept, particularly if you’ve been fit and active. As a DVA client we want you to know that we are here to support you.

DVA provides a range of programs, information and online support services to assist you manage your condition.

Diabetes services available to you:

• DVA paid membership to your local diabetes organisation
  Your local diabetes organisation memberships provides you as a Veteran Gold Card or Veteran White Card holder living with diabetes: education, resources and support to help you manage your diabetes.*
• National Diabetes Services Scheme (NDSS)
  Education, support and free or discounted diabetes consumables.
• DVA Repatriation Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (RPBS)
  Find out how you obtain discounted medication and wound dressings.*
• Rehabilitation Appliances Program (RAP)
  DVA provides aids and appliances to enhance your quality life and maximise your independence.*
• Coordinated Veterans’ Care (CVC)
  Develop your personalised Care Plan with a health professional to better manage your health and quality of life.*
• Diabetes Educator Services
  A Diabetes Educator can assist you understand and manage your diabetes linking you with the health services you require.*
• Veterans' Medicines Advice and Therapeutic Education Services (Veterans’ MATES)
  Information to help you and your GP improve the use of medicines and related services
• Veterans’ MATES - Staying on Board: The Diabetes Cycle of Care
  Find out more about the Diabetes Cycle of Care.
• Rehabilitation
  Tailor a rehabilitation plan to suit you - find out about the range of assistance DVA provides.*
• Heart Health Programme
  A 52 week programme to improve your physical, mental and social health and wellbeing through practical exercise, nutrition and lifestyle management support. Supported by your GP, a Program Coordinator and Health Consultant.
• Cooking for One or Two
  Improve your cooking skills and learn about cooking, nutrition and healthy aging.*
• Open Arms (formerly VVCS counselling)
  Free, confidential counselling and group programs to support mental health and wellbeing.*
• Veterans’ Affairs Pharmaceutical Advisory Centre (VAPAC)
  Wound management 24 hour/7 days a week 1800 522 580
• GP Health Assessment
  Free medical check- up for DVA clients.*

*Eligibility requirements apply to this DVA program or service. Please check your eligibility on the relevant webpage or call 1800 VETERAN (1800 838 372).