Whether you’ve just been diagnosed, or been living with it for a while, diabetes doesn’t have to control your life. Diabetes Australia is here for you now and into the future. We work with our community to prevent and reduce the impact of diabetes.

We provide a range of support services including:

• individual consultations, with diabetes educators and accredited practising dietitians, for people living with diabetes and at risk of developing diabetes
• regular free educational programs across the state, as well as online webinars
• free telephone health coaching
• Diabetes Tasmania is the agent for the National Diabetes Services Scheme (NDSS) in Tasmania.

You can also call the free NDSS Helpline on 1800 637 700 where you can:

• talk to a health professional about managing your diabetes
• find out how to access health services and support
• discuss access to NDSS products and diabetes medications.

Who this service is for

Tasmanians who are living with diabetes or at high risk of developing diabetes.

Cost

Free

Opening Hours

Our offices are open by appointment only

Opening hours for telephone support

9.00am to 4.30pm, Monday to Friday, closed Public Holidays.

The NDSS Helpline hours

Monday to Friday – 8:30am to 8:00pm
Saturday – 9:00am to 2:00pm

Accessibility Support

Lift access available

How this service is delivered

• Face-to-face

  We have offices in Hobart and Launceston. Diabetes educational programs are held across the state.

  We offer a self referral service, so you don't need to visit your GP to access our services. Call for more information.

• Call or visit us online

  We also offer phone or telehealth consultation (video call) for one-on-one consultations with our health professionals.

  You can visit our website for more information.