KAYA WANDJU. Welcome to SWAMS.
The South West Aboriginal Medical Service (SWAMS) is a Noongar Community Controlled Health Organisation, founded on the principles of self determination, empowerment and freedom of choice. Learn More
Our Mission
Our mission is to provide health care services to Aboriginal people in a way that reflects self-determination and advances our overall health status.
Our Values
- Accountability and transparency
- Professionalism
- Care and support
- Honesty, trust and respect
What's Going On
Find out about regular programs we run, and the latest news and events.
SWAMS 2019 NAIDOC events bring the community together
SWAMS NAIDOC Family Fun Day brings South West community together The Bunbury and South West community have again embraced NAIDOC Week this year through a series…
#SWAMSHealthHUB
We now need to engage with the appropriate Government authorities by way of a petition to gain the funding to go ahead with the building.
Ironbark and Falls Prevention
According to Injury Matters and the Department of Health, falls are one of the leading causes of hospitalisations for older Aboriginal people.
SWAMS and the Kaat Koort – Aboriginal Brain Health Study
You may be surprised to know that Dementia is not one specific disease, but is a word that is used to describe many conditions that affects…
Space for youth to connect with others and feel safe
A newly renovated space at the Bunbury PCYC has been launched thanks to a joint venture between the South West Aboriginal Medical Service, Breakaway Aboriginal Corporation,…
SWAMS Playgroup
SWAMS runs three playgroups throughout the school term.
Our Youth. Our Culture. SWAMS Youth Group.
SWAMS Youth Group runs every Monday (during school terms) from 3.30pm – 5.30pm at the Bunbury PCYC
We acknowledge the Traditional Owners of Wardandi boodjar and recognise their continuing connection to land, waters and culture. We pay our respects to their Elders past, present and emerging.
SWAMS acknowledges, honours and welcomes the diverse communities of which we are a part of and we celebrate the extraordinary diversity of people’s bodies, genders, sexualities, and relationships that they represent.
