Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people should be aware that this website contains images, voices and names of people who ARE NO LONGER with us.
Opening Hours
Monday to Friday: 9:00am – 5pm
For after-hours urgent care, visit Coonabarabran Health Service Emergency Department (Coonabarabran Hospital)
For Integrated Domestic and Family Violence Services (IDFVS) assistance;
Attend Maaruma - Li AMS in person during business hours
Call after hours number 1300 153 634 or
Email: IDFVS@maarumaliams.org.au
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Support Our Community
Your donations help us sustain Culturally safe, trauma-informed care and vital outreach services for our community. Every contribution supports healing and health for our Mob.
Get in Touch
We are here to support our community. Please reach out to us for any enquiries, appointments, or partnership opportunities.
Our Story
Maaruma - Li AMS are an Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation operating on Gamilaraay, Kamilaroi and Gomeroi Country.
Maaruma - Li AMS is a not -for-profit organisation, incorporated with ORIC on the 27 June 2023.
Maaruma - Li AMS is established as a public benevolent institution, to provide relief of poverty or distress (sickness, disability, destitution, suffering, misfortune or helplessness) to people in need, in particular Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
We were established in consultation with local Elders, Cultural leaders, local and surrounding Aboriginal communities and members.
Our Services
We offer Culturally governed, trauma informed holistic primary healthcare, for our Mob in Coonabarabran, and across the Warrumbungle LGA.
We are proud to provide a Culturally safe place where individuals and families can access;
Primary Healthcare services, programs and clinics tailored and grounded in Culture, Integrated Domestic and Family Violence Service (IDFVS) program and services,
Social and Emotional Wellbeing support (Counselling, Psychology and Trauma Informed support and healing programs), Nursing Clinics, Child and Family Health Clinics, Mental Health, Alcohol and other drugs, and court support advocacy and clinics.
We are inclusive and we advocate with and for our community, and we offer support services face to face and via telehealth.
Primary Health Care
Social and Emotional Wellbeing
Family Domestic Violence Services
Bulk billed Nursing, GP, Child and Family Health Clinics, Allied Health Specialists, face to face consultations, outreach, clinics, treatments and referrals.
Counselling, Psychology and Trauma Informed support, healing programs and services which are Culturally governed and tailored for our mob.
Trauma Informed, Culturally safe and governed, confidential, inclusive care and support
Maternal and Child Health
Support from pregnancy through to school age.
Disability Support Pathways
Building stronger pathways for disability, early intervention and family support.
Outreach and Telehealth
Programs and Services are provided face to face and via telehealth across the Warrumbungle LGA
These forms are for community members and new patients. You can download, print, and fill them out before your visit to save time at the clinic.
Downloadable Forms
Our Model of Care
Dhiiyaan Dhaymaar Ngiyaani© – Family home, we all together.
Yarning First
Everything we do begins with a yarn to get to know you. We value your voice and we will prioritise your needs that are identified.
Trauma Informed
We provide a Culturally safe space where you are encouraged to have full choice and control over your health care journey.
Holistic Care
Our trauma-informed, integrated care approach is grounded in Cultural practices, services, and programs that embrace and support the whole community - from our little ones through to our respected Elders.
Integrated Care
We walk alongside of you and guide you to navigate our services and programs throughout your health journey.
We will also advocate and collaborate with like-minded Culturally safe trauma informed services to assist with your care plan, and journey when required.
Cultural Governance
Our service is led by community, for community, and guided by the wisdom of our Elders. We will support our mob with wraparound Culturally governed services and programs delivered on Gamilaraay, Kamilaroi and Gomeroi Country.
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Our Partners
Get in Touch
We are here to support our community. Please reach out to us for any enquiries, appointments, or partnership opportunities.
Crisis & Support Contacts
Emergency & Urgent
Emergency Services: 000
Maaruma-Li AMS After hours: 1300 153 634
Coonabarabran Hospital: 02 6849 1600
Coonabarabran Police: 02 68 427 299
Mental Health & Wellbeing
13YARN: 13 92 76
Lifeline: 13 11 14
Suicide Call Back: 1300 659 467
Beyond Blue: 1300 224 636
Mental Health Line: 1800 011 511
Family & Support
1800RESPECT: 1800 737 732
NSW Domestic Violence Line: 1800 938 227
Thirilli: 1800 805 801
Men’s Line Australia: 1300 789 978
Men’s Referral Service: 1300 766 491
Children & Elders
Child Protection Help Line: 13 21 11
Kids Helpline: 1800 551 800
Elder Abuse Help Line: 1800 353 374
Health & Recovery
Family Drug Support: 1300 368 186
Virtual Drug & Alcohol Service: 1300 887 000
Housing & Advocacy
Link2home NSW: 1800 152 152
Financial Counselling Australia: 1800 007 007
Disability Advocacy Finder: 1800 628 221
Artwork and Cultural Attribution
Maaruma-Li AMS acknowledges the contribution of Aunty Beryl Dowd, Uncle Billy Robinson, Uncle Kenny Dundas, Savanah Stewart, Julie Ruttley, Megan Cain, Paris Goolagong and Daren Dunn our principal artist in the development of artwork, Cultural designs and visual materials used by the organisation.
Consistent with the Maaruma-Li AMS Indigenous Data Sovereignty Policy, Aboriginal Data Sovereignty & Governance principles and Aboriginal/Indigenous Cultural, Intellectual Property rights, Cultural authority remains with the respective contributors, their families and Kinship groups. Maaruma-Li AMS thanks all named contributors for entrusting the organisation with the privilege of including their knowledge and creative works in the website and communication materials.