For those on the South coast with a teen - A Teen Service is available in Narooma, Bega, Merimbula, Eden and Kiama. Teen Clinic is a free service that provides local teenagers with the opportunity to talk to one of the Teen Service nurses about a range of issues in a non-judgmental environment. The nurses are there to help advise young people on both medical and non-medical issues allowing them to make educated, healthy choices. They have parents who accompany their child to the clinic as well as groups of friends who arrive together supporting each other. Teen Clinic provides an opportunity for local youth to have a confidential chat with one of the Teen Service's qualified and friendly nurses. If your problem falls outside of the nurse's area of expertise you may be referred on to a General Practitioner or other local service providers. Teens may attend Teen Clinic for a wide range of medical and non-medical issues such as:
general health
STI screening
contraception advice
mental health issues
relationship concerns
health education
homelessness
family issues
Teen Clinic is a free service and all visits are strictly confidential. No appointment is necessary - just turn up on the day! "Teen Clinic has clearly had a direct and positive impact upon the health and safety of our students" Mark Freedman,Head Teacher Student Welfare at Bega High School NAROOMA: Lighthouse Surgery 80 Princes Highway, Narooma NSW 2546 Phone: (02) 4476 2999 Teen Clinic hours: Tuesdays 2:00pm - 5:00pm Thursdays 2:00pm - 5:00pm BEGA Bega Valley Medical Practice 61 Carp Street, Bega NSW 2550 Phone: (02) 6492 3333 Teen Clinic hours:Tuesdays 2:00pm - 5:00pm Thursdays 2:00pm - 5:00pm
For more information on Teen Clinic visit their website at http://www.teenclinic.com.au
