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Department of Human Services
www.dhs.vic.gov.au
The Department of Human Services is Victoria's largest state government department.
We directly employ more than 11,000 people and fund organisations such as hospitals, aged care facilities, ambulance services and community service agencies that collectively employ more than 80,000 people.
We plan, fund and deliver health, community and housing services in line with the government's vision for making Victoria a stronger, more caring and innovative state.
Our portfolios
Health
- Health care services through the public hospital system, community health services and ambulance services
- Health promotion and protection through emergency management, public health and related preventative services, education and regulation
- A range of alcohol and drug prevention and treatment services
- A range of mental health services are provided through metropolitan and rural and regional health services and through the non-government sector
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Housing
- A range of accommodation and support services aimed at enhancing the quality of life of people with disabilities
- Accommodation and assistance support for people experiencing homelessness
- Secure, affordable and appropriate housing and support to low income Victorians
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Aged care
- Residential and rehabilitation care for older people, along with support and assistance to enable them to remain independently in their own homes
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Children
- A wide range of community services for children and their families, such as kindergartens, early intervention and family support services
- Victoria's statutory responsibilities such as child protection and juvenile justice
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Disability
- Services that provide support for Victorians with intellectual, physical, sensory and dual disabilities, neurological impairments and acquired brain injury
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