The Chevron Pilbara Ear Health Program
The Chevron Pilbara Ear Health Program is supported by a dedicated team that includes Screeners, a Community Liaison Officer, Nurse Practitioner, Audiologist, and an Ear, Nose, and Throat Specialist. Screeners visit multiple locations across the West Pilbara to conduct ear checks for community members. These checks are simple and painless, helping to identify any potential ear health issues. The program aims to provide comprehensive support to ensure the ongoing care of ear health and well-being, with a focus on prevention and early intervention.
Eligibility Criteria
Screening Services
Hearing and Ear Health screenings for children who:
- Identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander.
- Have a history of middle ear disease and/or hearing loss.
- Have speech and/or language concerns.
- Experience difficulties with focus and behavioural problems.
- Experience recurring ear problems/infections.
- Have trouble accessing traditional services due to increased support needs, such as developmental concerns, transport, or social barriers.
We also see adults who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander.
Importance of Ear Health
Hearing and ear health concerns can occur for different reasons. This includes Otitis media, which is an inflammation or infection of the middle ear that is very common in children. If left untreated, it can have an impact on a child’s hearing, potentially leading to implications with their speech, language, and cognitive development.
Our team is dedicated to ensuring that all individuals who meet the eligibility criteria receive the necessary support and resources for their hearing and ear health concerns.
Contact us via pilbaraearhealth@tsh.org.au or call +61473 331 990 to learn more about our screening and clinical services. We are here to help with your referral needs.
Commitment to Community
Chevron Australia has been proudly partnering with TSH 2011 to provide integrated ear health services to communities in the West Pilbara. The Chevron Pilbara Ear Health Program is one of the longest – standing and most successful programs in Western Australia. With a focus on partnerships, nurturing relationships with local professionals and community engagement, we advocate for prevention and early intervention.