Maternal & Child Health Centre - Research

Welcome to the Maternal & Child Health Centre - Research, located at Main Road, 1551 in Australia. Our establishment is dedicated to providing essential health services and support to families in the Nillumbik area.

Our Maternal and Child Health (MCH) program is a free service available to all families residing in Nillumbik. Our team of dedicated MCH nurses is here to assist families with young children from birth to school age. We offer support and guidance in various areas including health and safety, parenting, and the growth and development of your child. Additionally, we provide referrals and connections to local support services to ensure comprehensive care.

Our primary goal is to make it effortless for parents and caregivers to access the services, support, and information necessary to keep their families healthy, happy, and safe. Our MCH nurses are available to provide information about programs and services, help you locate your nearest MCH centre, and schedule your first key age and stage visit.

Throughout your child's early years, we offer ten key ages and stages visits, from birth to three and a half years. These visits are crucial in monitoring your child's development and ensuring their well-being. Our maternal and child health nurses are highly qualified, with backgrounds in general nursing, midwifery, and maternal and child health. They continuously update their knowledge and skills to provide the best care possible.

To practice in Victoria, our MCH nurses are registered with the Australian Health Practitioner Registration Authority. Additionally, we are proud to offer the MCH app, a reliable resource that provides valuable information for Victorian families. The app is available in multiple languages, including Arabic, Chinese (Simplified), Dari, Khmer, Persian, Punjabi, Spanish, and Vietnamese.

As part of our commitment to the community's well-being, we partner with the Banyule Council Immunisation Service to deliver immunizations. Most immunizations are offered for free as part of the National Immunization Program Schedule, ensuring that you and your family stay protected throughout your lives.

During the COVID-19 pandemic, we have been following the recommendations of the Chief Health Officer, as well as the Australian and Victorian governments, to prioritize your safety and that of our staff. We are dedicated to protecting the health of you, your family, and our community.

For the current status of our maternal and child health services, please visit our website. You can also reach us at 32 Civic Drive, Greensborough or contact us via email at nillumbik@nillumbik.vic.gov.au or phone at 03 9433 3111. If you require assistance via the National Relay Service, TTY call 133 677, and for Speak and Listen, call 1300 555 727.

We would like to acknowledge the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung people as the Traditional Owners of the Country on which Nillumbik is located. We pay our respects to Elders past, present, and future, and extend that respect to all First Nations People. Nillumbik Shire Council is committed to creating a fair, equitable, and inclusive community, valuing diversity and supporting the rights of all individuals regardless of age, gender, ability, or background.