West Wimmera Health Service - Rainbow Campus

Address:
2 Swinbourne Avenue, RAINBOW, VIC, 3424

Contact:

Today's opening hours:
9am - 4:30pm
Closed now

Opening times:

Monday: 9am - 4:30pm
Tuesday: 9am - 4:30pm
Wednesday: 9am - 4:30pm
Thursday: 9am - 4:30pm
Friday: 9am - 4:30pm

For public holiday hours, please contact this service.

Billing:
Other Option

Wheelchair access:
Yes

Additional Information: Clinic hours: 8.30 am - 5.00 pm, Mon - Fri.
Service available by appointment only.

Area Serviced
West Wimmera, Hindmarsh and Yarriambiack area

Initial Contact- Initial Needs Coordinator

8.30 am - 5.00 pm, Mon - Fri, for inquiries & appointments. Service available by appointment only.

The Speech Pathology Department services children and adults of all ages to improve:
Language – understanding or using spoken / written words
Speech – saying sounds or producing clear speech
Voice – hoarse or soft voice
Fluency – stuttering or non-fluent speech
Swallowing – feeding, chewing, swallowing or drooling
The Speech Pathologist may provide:
• Individual or group therapy
• Home-based programs
• Resources and information
• Advice for strategies

Address:
2 Swinbourne Avenue, RAINBOW, VIC, 3424

Contact:

Today's opening hours:
9am - 4:30pm
Closed now

Opening times:

Monday: 9am - 4:30pm
Tuesday: 9am - 4:30pm
Wednesday: 9am - 4:30pm
Thursday: 9am - 4:30pm
Friday: 9am - 4:30pm

For public holiday hours, please contact this service.

Billing:
Other Option

Wheelchair access:
Yes

Additional Information: Weeah Lodge Nursing Home
This service provides low and high level residential respite care.

Address:
2 Swinbourne Avenue, RAINBOW, VIC, 3424

Contact:

Today's opening hours:
9am - 4:30pm
Closed now

Opening times:

Monday: 9am - 4:30pm
Tuesday: 9am - 4:30pm
Wednesday: 9am - 4:30pm
Thursday: 9am - 4:30pm
Friday: 9am - 4:30pm

For public holiday hours, please contact this service.

Billing:
Other Option

Wheelchair access:
Yes

Additional Information: Hostel accommodation providing low level care for dependent older people and/or people with disabilities who are able to live independently with support. The Hostel has 10 beds.

Address:
2 Swinbourne Avenue, RAINBOW, VIC, 3424

Contact:

Today's opening hours:
9am - 4:30pm
Closed now

Opening times:

Monday: 9am - 4:30pm
Tuesday: 9am - 4:30pm
Wednesday: 9am - 4:30pm
Thursday: 9am - 4:30pm
Friday: 9am - 4:30pm

For public holiday hours, please contact this service.

Billing:
Other Option

Wheelchair access:
Yes

Additional Information: A visiting Optometrist is available for consultation, approximately each six weeks, by appointment.
Please call in advance to inquire and make and appointment.

Address:
2 Swinbourne Avenue, RAINBOW, VIC, 3424

Contact:

Ph: 03 5391 4267
E: Intake@wwhs.net.au
W: Visit website www.wwhs.net.au

Today's opening hours:
9am - 4:30pm
Closed now

Opening times:

Monday: 9am - 4:30pm
Tuesday: 9am - 4:30pm
Wednesday: 9am - 4:30pm
Thursday: 9am - 4:30pm
Friday: 9am - 4:30pm

For public holiday hours, please contact this service.

Billing:
Other Option

Wheelchair access:
Yes

Additional Information: Assists people with incontinence (inability to control the bladder or bowel), their families, and carers in understanding and managing incontinence.

The service assists people with information on aids, appliances and education in correct use and care of these appliances.
A visiting service, available, by appointment.

Area Serviced
Rainbow & district

Initial Contact
Continence Nurse, Tracey Merrett

Address:
2 Swinbourne Avenue, RAINBOW, VIC, 3424

Contact:

Today's opening hours:
9am - 4:30pm
Closed now

Opening times:

Monday: 9am - 4:30pm
Tuesday: 9am - 4:30pm
Wednesday: 9am - 4:30pm
Thursday: 9am - 4:30pm
Friday: 9am - 4:30pm

For public holiday hours, please contact this service.

Billing:
Other Option

Wheelchair access:
Yes

Additional Information: Service available by appointment only.
Referrals are accepted via any means.

8.30 am - 5.30 pm, Mon - Fri, for inquiries & appointments.

Physiotherapy services are available to assist those recovering from illness, injury, accident or surgery.
A Physiotherapist can assist with:
• Pain (eg back, neck, hip, leg, knee, ankle)
• Vertigo
• Paediatric care
• Arthritis
• Shoulder problems
• Walking aids
• Neurological rehabilitation e.g. Stroke, Parkinson's Disease, Multiple Sclerosis etc)
• Cardiac rehabilitation
• Surgery rehabilitation
• Exercise programs
• Falls and balance problems
• Lung conditions
• Sporting injuries

Address:
2 Swinbourne Avenue, RAINBOW, VIC, 3424

Contact:

Today's opening hours:
24 hours
Open now

Opening times:

Monday: 24 hours
Tuesday: 24 hours
Wednesday: 24 hours
Thursday: 24 hours
Friday: 24 hours
Saturday: 24 hours
Sunday: 24 hours

For public holiday hours, please contact this service.

Billing:
Fees Apply

Wheelchair access:
Yes

Address:
2 Swinbourne Avenue, RAINBOW, VIC, 3424

Contact:

Today's opening hours:
Closed now

Opening times:

Monday: 10am - 3pm
Friday: 10am - 3pm

For public holiday hours, please contact this service.

Billing:
Fees Apply

Wheelchair access:
Yes

Additional Information: Provides social and recreational activities for frail older people and people with disabilities.

Activities include craft, group meals, entertainment, music, church services, trips and other activities as arranged.

Address:
2 Swinbourne Avenue, RAINBOW, VIC, 3424

Contact:

Today's opening hours:
Closed now

Opening times:

Monday: 9am - 5pm

For public holiday hours, please contact this service.

Billing:
No Fee

Wheelchair access:
Yes

Additional Information: A visiting diabetes educator is available, by appointment, to assist people to understand the day to day management of diabetes.

Diabetes Education includes:
- Clinical Care
- Education
- Advocacy
- Health Promotion
- Counselling

Address:
2 Swinbourne Avenue, RAINBOW, VIC, 3424

Contact:

Ph: 03 5396 3301

Today's opening hours:
9am - 4:30pm
Closed now

Opening times:

Tuesday: 9am - 4:30pm
Wednesday: 9am - 4:30pm
Thursday: 9am - 4:30pm

For public holiday hours, please contact this service.

Billing:
Other Option

Wheelchair access:
Yes

Additional Information: Maternal & Child Health Services provide information, advice and support to families with children 0 - 6 years. The Maternal & Child Health Nurse monitors growth and development and provides advice on nutrition, parenting skills and immunisations.
The service is available, by appointment, and parents should telephone for an appointment

Address:
2 Swinbourne Avenue, RAINBOW, VIC, 3424

Contact:

Ph: 03 5391 4267
E: crn@wwhs.net.au
W: Visit website www.wwhs.net.au

Today's opening hours:
9am - 4:30pm
Closed now

Opening times:

Monday: 9am - 4:30pm
Tuesday: 9am - 4:30pm
Wednesday: 9am - 4:30pm
Thursday: 9am - 4:30pm
Friday: 9am - 4:30pm

For public holiday hours, please contact this service.

Billing:
No Fee

Wheelchair access:
Yes

Additional Information: The Cancer Resource Nurse can be contacted directly by people with a cancer diagnosis, family members and care givers. Health Care Professionals are also able to refer clients to the Cancer Resource Nurse.

A Cancer Resource Nurse is a registered nurse who has undertaken additional education in supportive cancer care and specialises in supporting people affected by cancer in their local community.

A Cancer Resource Nurse can:

• Support those affected by cancer at diagnosis, during and after active treatment in navigating the individual's health and emotional needs.
• Arrange referrals between services to assist those affected by cancer manage their diagnosis and treatment.
• Provide information and contacts for cancer services: locally, regionally and state-wide as necessary.
• Communicate on behalf of clients with their Doctors and other health care providers to ensure their health needs are met.
• Facilitate cancer education for patients, community groups and health professionals

This service is available monthly. Call for more information.

Address:
2 Swinbourne Avenue, RAINBOW, VIC, 3424

Contact:

Ph: 03 5391 4267
E: Intake@wwhs.net
W: Visit website www.wwhs.net.au

Today's opening hours:
9am - 4:30pm
Closed now

Opening times:

Monday: 9am - 4:30pm
Tuesday: 9am - 4:30pm
Wednesday: 9am - 4:30pm
Thursday: 9am - 4:30pm
Friday: 9am - 4:30pm

For public holiday hours, please contact this service.

Billing:
Other Option

Wheelchair access:
Yes

Additional Information: The Community Health Nurse provides health assessment, monitoring and information as well as facilitating health education to individuals, groups and the wider community.
Appointments can be made for
• Sexual and reproductive health
• Asthma education
• Cancer Recourse Nurse is also available.
The Community Nurses facilitated exercise sessions in most towns across West Wimmera Health Sites.
The Community Health Nurse is able to advise and refer to other health professionals if required.
Available by appointment.

Address:
2 Swinbourne Avenue, RAINBOW, VIC, 3424

Contact:

Today's opening hours:
9am - 4:30pm
Closed now

Opening times:

Monday: 9am - 4:30pm
Tuesday: 9am - 4:30pm
Wednesday: 9am - 4:30pm
Thursday: 9am - 4:30pm
Friday: 9am - 4:30pm

For public holiday hours, please contact this service.

Billing:
Other Option

Wheelchair access:
Yes

Additional Information: This service provides low and high level residential respite care.

Address:
2 Swinbourne Avenue, RAINBOW, VIC, 3424

Contact:

Today's opening hours:
9am - 4:30pm
Closed now

Opening times:

Monday: 9am - 4:30pm
Tuesday: 9am - 4:30pm
Wednesday: 9am - 4:30pm
Thursday: 9am - 4:30pm
Friday: 9am - 4:30pm

For public holiday hours, please contact this service.

Billing:
Other Option

Wheelchair access:
Yes

Additional Information: Respite care is available during the day to carers of frail aged, or people with disabilities to allow them to have a break, go shopping or attend appointments.

Address:
2 Swinbourne Avenue, RAINBOW, VIC, 3424

Contact:

Ph: 03 5396 3301
E: rainbow_admin@wwhs.net.au
W: Visit website www.wwhs.net.au/about_us/our-facilities/rainbow

Today's opening hours:
8:30am - 3pm
Closed now

Opening times:

Monday: 8:30am - 3pm
Tuesday: 8:30am - 3pm
Wednesday: 8:30am - 3pm
Thursday: 8:30am - 3pm
Friday: 8:30am - 3pm

For public holiday hours, please contact this service.

Billing:
Fees and Bulk Billing

Wheelchair access:
Yes

Additional Information: Hospital with 7 acute beds, providing medical treatment, community support and allied health services, nursing home, and hostel.

Address:
2 Swinbourne Avenue, RAINBOW, VIC, 3424

Contact:

Ph: 03 5391 4267
E: Podiatry@wwhs.net.au
W: Visit website www.wwhs.net.au

Today's opening hours:
9am - 4:30pm
Closed now

Opening times:

Monday: 9am - 4:30pm
Tuesday: 9am - 4:30pm
Wednesday: 9am - 4:30pm
Thursday: 9am - 4:30pm
Friday: 9am - 4:30pm

For public holiday hours, please contact this service.

Billing:
Fees Apply

Wheelchair access:
Yes

Additional Information: Clinic hours: 8.30 am - 5.00 pm, Mon - Fri.
Service available by appointment only.

Area Serviced
West Wimmera, Hindmarsh and Yarriambiack area

Initial Contact- Initial Needs Coordinator

Our Podiatrist offer a range of services including:

• Nail Care – Aging and various nail specific or systemic conditions can affect nail health. Podiatrists can treat and provide advice to self-manage these conditions

• Management of skin disorders such as corns and calluses – Podiatry can provide education on skin care and determine the cause of the corn or callus formation.

• Footwear Advice – Correct footwear is important for all ages. The correct fit and style of appropriate footwear from early childhood to older people is essential for healthy feet.

• Care of children's feet and advice on footwear

• Orthoses and Orthotic therapy

• Management and advice on ingrown toenails and nail surgery

• Diabetes foot health assessment, education on self-care and treatment

• Education and management for Rheumatoid arthritis affected feet

• Tinea (Athlete's foot) management

• Wound Care

• Occupational Foot Health

• Falls Prevention – Podiatry can offer education, orthoses, exercises and footwear advice to aid in the prevention of falls

Address:
2 Swinbourne Avenue, RAINBOW, VIC, 3424

Contact:

Today's opening hours:
24 hours
Open now

Opening times:

Monday: 24 hours
Tuesday: 24 hours
Wednesday: 24 hours
Thursday: 24 hours
Friday: 24 hours
Saturday: 24 hours
Sunday: 24 hours

For public holiday hours, please contact this service.

Billing:
No Fee

Wheelchair access:
Yes

Address:
2 Swinbourne Avenue, RAINBOW, VIC, 3424

Contact:

Today's opening hours:
8am - 11:30am
Closed now

Opening times:

Monday: 8am - 11:30am
Tuesday: 8am - 11:30am
Wednesday: 8am - 11:30am
Thursday: 8am - 11:30am
Friday: 8am - 11:30am

For public holiday hours, please contact this service.

Billing:
Other Option

Wheelchair access:
Yes

Additional Information: Collection of specimens and blood for diagnostic testing is available. The service is available Tuesdays & Thursdays, by appointment, before 11.30 am. Samples are then collected by courier and sent to Pathology, Horsham for further testing.

Referral by General Practitioner required.

Address:
2 Swinbourne Avenue, RAINBOW, VIC, 3424

Contact:

Today's opening hours:
9am - 4:30pm
Closed now

Opening times:

Monday: 9am - 4:30pm
Tuesday: 9am - 4:30pm
Wednesday: 9am - 4:30pm
Thursday: 9am - 4:30pm
Friday: 9am - 4:30pm

For public holiday hours, please contact this service.

Billing:
Fees Apply

Wheelchair access:
Yes

Additional Information: 8.30 am - 5.00 pm, Mon - Fri, for inquiries.
Dieticians are able to assist you with:
• Assess individual nutritional needs.
• Develop personalised eating plans.
• Deliver group nutrition education sessions.
• Sort out nutrition fact from fiction.
• Undertake nutrition and food research
• Train other health care professionals.
• Develop nutrition communications, programs and policies
• Assistance with Nutrition concerns and chronic disease impact. Including diabetes.
They also provide Dietary advice, assistance with eating disorders, Community education & cooking Classes, Supermarket Tours and Home visits if necessary.

Address:
2 Swinbourne Avenue, RAINBOW, VIC, 3424

Contact:

Today's opening hours:
24 hours
Open now

Opening times:

Monday: 24 hours
Tuesday: 24 hours
Wednesday: 24 hours
Thursday: 24 hours
Friday: 24 hours
Saturday: 24 hours
Sunday: 24 hours

For public holiday hours, please contact this service.

Billing:
Other Option

Wheelchair access:
Yes

Additional Information: Provides 24 hour accident and emergency stabilisation outpatient service.
Acute care is available to those recovering from illness, accident or surgery.

No referral required for emergency services. Acute inpatients require a doctors referral

Address:
2 Swinbourne Avenue, RAINBOW, VIC, 3424

Contact:

Today's opening hours:
9am - 4:30pm
Closed now

Opening times:

Monday: 9am - 4:30pm
Tuesday: 9am - 4:30pm
Wednesday: 9am - 4:30pm
Thursday: 9am - 4:30pm
Friday: 9am - 4:30pm

For public holiday hours, please contact this service.

Billing:
Other Option

Wheelchair access:
Yes

Additional Information: Provides assistance for anyone who has difficulty with everyday activities due to illness, accident, emotional problems, learning or developmental disorders, or ageing. The service covers all aspects of day to day living, including self-care, leisure and vocational activities. Service includes home based assessments, equipment prescription, home modification advice, school visits, hand therapy, education and support groups (including Cardiac Rehabilitation).
Clients may be helped to relearn old skills or learn new ways of doing things or the use aids and equipment.
Available by appointment.

Address:
2 Swinbourne Avenue, RAINBOW, VIC, 3424

Contact:

Ph: 03 5396 3301
E: rainbow_admin@wwhs.net.au
W: Visit website www.wwhs.net.au/about_us/our-facilities/rainbow

Today's opening hours:
24 hours
Open now

Opening times:

Monday: 24 hours
Tuesday: 24 hours
Wednesday: 24 hours
Thursday: 24 hours
Friday: 24 hours
Saturday: 24 hours
Sunday: 24 hours

Public holidays: View holiday hours Hide holiday hours

Billing:
Fees and Bulk Billing

Wheelchair access:
Yes

Additional Information: ED patients triaged and transferred.

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