Address:
128 Elizabeth Street, EDENHOPE, VIC, 3318

Billing:
Other Option

Additional Information: A visiting service is provided regularly.

Information on nutrition, diet and weight control is available to help people maintain health or assist recovery. Available for community and inpatients of the hospital, nursing home and hostel.

Fees
Fees may apply

Area Serviced
Edenhope & district

Initial Contact
Reception

Additional Information
8.30 am - 5.00 pm, Mon - Fri, for inquiries.

Address:
128 Elizabeth Street, EDENHOPE, VIC, 3318

Billing:
No Fee

Additional Information: In-home respite care is to assist carers of people who are aged, chronically ill or who have disabilities.

Each case is assessed as to availability and allocation of respite.

Address:
128 Elizabeth Street, EDENHOPE, VIC, 3318

Billing:
Bulk Billing Only

Additional Information: X-rays are conducted in the Radiology room. These can be by appointment only with our visiting radiographer, who comes from Hamilton three times weekly.

We have some trained staff who may be able to attend to some emergency X-rays.

Address:
128 Elizabeth Street, EDENHOPE, VIC, 3318

Billing:
Other Option

Additional Information: The Accident and Emergency department of the Edenhope & District Memorial Hospital is open 24 hours a day—7 days per week.

It can be accessed through the front door until 9.00pm. After 9.00pm the Hospital is locked.

Entry after 9.00pm is by an emergency buzzer at the front door.

The Accident and Emergency Department has trained Nurses available and a doctor on call, 24 hours a day.

During Business hours Monday—Friday the Edenhope Hospital Medical Clinic at the hospital on Lake St or Edenhope Medical Clinic in Elizabeth Street is accessible for non-emergency consultations.

All levels of emergency care are given in the department. Once initial care and stabilisation has been attended then decisions are made as to the most appropriate place for patients to receive ongoing care. Transfers to other specialised hospitals are then arranged.

All patients are assessed on arrival, and priority and urgency of care needs are identified.

Address:
128 Elizabeth Street, EDENHOPE, VIC, 3318

Billing:
Fees Apply

Additional Information: Contract laundry services are available for in-patients and commercial businesses including motels, hotels etc..

Fees
Price on application

Area Serviced
Edenhope & district

Initial Contact
Laundry Services

Additional Information
8.30 am - 5.00 pm, Mon - Fri, for inquiries.

Address:
128 Elizabeth Street, EDENHOPE, VIC, 3318

Billing:
Bulk Billing Only

Additional Information: Services available from medical clinic, or through community health nurse. Community health nurse available Monday - Thursday.

Address:
128 Elizabeth Street, EDENHOPE, VIC, 3318

Billing:
Bulk Billing Only

Additional Information: Provides lung function tests, asthma plans and asthma aid. Additional services cover education and assistance with monitoring and using asthma devices and techniques.

Address:
128 Elizabeth Street, EDENHOPE, VIC, 3318

Billing:
Fees Apply

Additional Information: Barkala Flats provide low cost accommodation for frail aged or people with disabilities. The flats (17 single, 2 double) with bathroom, toilet and laundry facilities. Situated conveniently across from the Hospital with all repairs needed being done by hospital maintenance staff.

Fees
A subsidised rental applies by assessment following application.

Area Serviced
Edenhope & district

Initial Contact
Megan McArthur

Additional Information
8.30 am - 5.00 pm, Mon - Fri, for enquiries.

Address:
128 Elizabeth Street, EDENHOPE, VIC, 3318

Billing:
Bulk Billing Only

Additional Information: Pathology collection available six days a week. Appointment preferred but not required. Attend nurses station or medical clinic.

Address:
128 Elizabeth Street, EDENHOPE, VIC, 3318

Billing:
Other Option

Additional Information: The Pap smear is used to check changes in the cervix (the neck of the womb) at the top of the vagina. It is a screening tool to find early warning signs that cancer might develop in the future.

The Pap smear is a simple procedure. Cells are collected from the cervix and placed (smeared) onto a slide. The slide is sent to a laboratory where the cells are tested for anything unusual. If abnormal changes are found at screening, further tests will be done to see if treatment is needed.

The Pap smear is not for diagnosing cancer, but rather, for finding early changes which might become cancer.

A Pap smear only takes a few minutes. No drugs or anaesthetics are required and it can be done by a general practitioner, nurse or women's health worker.

The Pap smear does not check for other problems in the reproductive system including ovarian cancer. It is not a check for sexually transmitted infections. Women who are worried that they may have a sexually transmitted infection should talk to their general practitioner about the tests and treatments available.

Both Dr Lalani and CHN Cath McDonald are Pap Smear Providers

Address:
128 Elizabeth Street, EDENHOPE, VIC, 3318

Billing:
Fees Apply

Additional Information: Day Centre is where individuals from Edenhope and surrounding rural communities can come to participate in social and recreational activities.

Day Centre is located in the Elsie Bennett Community Centre on Lake Street, behind the Hospital.

Hours of Operation
Monday to Friday 8.00 am—4.30 pm.

What's on?
Chair based exercises, individual activity, group activity, bus trips, involvement in community events.

Referrals
We accept referrals from a wide range of places including: Self, family, friends, Medical Practitioner, Community Nurse, Community Health Nurse, Hospital, Government and non-government community/health services or aged care facility

Cost
$7.00 per day (includes lunch)
$2.00 per day (without lunch)

Transport
Transport may be provided from home to Day Centre and return. No additional charges apply


The Elsie Bennett Community Centre is also available to hire for functions and events depending on the required date. All enquiries can be made to the hospital on (03) 5585 9800.

Address:
128 Elizabeth Street, EDENHOPE, VIC, 3318

Billing:
Other Option

Additional Information: Haemodialysis is available for the treatment of people with renal (kidney) failure. The person is referred for Haemodialysis by a renal physician. Haemodialysis involves three treatments per week of four to five hours duration or as prescribed by the patient's specialist.

The service is available to people who are holidaying in the area or people visiting relatives. Contact can be made with the Unit to organise the treatment.

Dialysis is provided on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays only, unless urgent treatment is required. Contact prior to treatment is preferred.

Fees
All costs are covered by the major hospital where dialysis was started.

Address:
128 Elizabeth Street, EDENHOPE, VIC, 3318

Billing:
Fees Apply

Additional Information: Cardiac care is available for patients who are having or have had chest pain, heart attack, heart surgery, or other blood vessel diseases. A Medical Officer is available 24 hours (after hours on call).

A Cardiac Rehabilitation and Education program is coordinated by the visiting Medical Officer and Registered Nurses. Additional counselling may be provided by the Welfare Officer.

Area Serviced
Edenhope & district

Initial Contact
Reception

Additional Information
8.30am - 5.00pm, Mon - Fri, for inquiries. Service available 24 hours.

Address:
128 Elizabeth Street, EDENHOPE, VIC, 3318

Billing:
Fees Apply

Additional Information: This service provides skilled nursing care by fully qualified nurses who assist people during periods of illness or disability to remain in the comfort and security of their own homes.

The visiting nurse will also help clients retain independence by teaching them and/or their families to care for themselves. They can also advise on the purchase or hire of home aids and the availability of other services and social benefits.

What services are provided by District Nursing?
Assistance with personal hygiene for clients with high care needs
Injections
Palliative Care
Medication management
Any other treatment as ordered by Medical Officer
Rehabilitation
Supportive Care
Wound management

The District Nursing Services does not provide transportation for clients. If this is required clients should organise this through the West Wimmera Shire.

Referral
The visiting nurse will call following a referral or request from a Medical Officer, the Hospital, family members or individuals. On the first visit they will discuss the needs of the client, the treatment to be provided and how frequent the visits will be.

Cost
The service has a charge which the nurse will discuss with you on your first visit.

Address:
128 Elizabeth Street, EDENHOPE, VIC, 3318

Billing:
Other Option

Additional Information: Shared care midwifery means that some women will have the option to share some of their pregnancy visits between their doctor and midwives at their birthing hospital with our local midwives at the hospital who are passionate about retaining some midwifery services in the community to reduce the burden of travel for mothers with small children. There is an option for women to access antenatal care through the Edenhope Medical Clinic as a point of entry to maternity care services when pregnant. It is a shared care option where women and their partners can see a midwife for eight of their ten antenatal visits during the course of their pregnancies. The other two visits will be shared with their chosen GP hence the term shared care.

We have built up a relationship with the Wimmera Health Group so that mothers can have routine check-ups in Edenhope through our midwifery team with all results entered into the BOS electronic system so that a complete record is available to all of the care providers when you are visiting you doctor or midwife. This will have the benefit of reducing the amount of travel that is required by the mother.

The added bonus of the Shared Care Midwifery model is that the midwives will be able to provide the additional time to answer any of your questions or concerns. The midwives also are able to book you in through Edenhope to have your baby at the Wimmera Health Group.

We are currently working with the Western District Health Service in Hamilton to establish a similar program for the mothers in our community who prefer to birth in Hamilton.

To establish if shared midwifery is right for you first discuss this with your Doctor.

Appointments are available Mondays and can be made through the Edenhope Medical Clinic by phoning 03 5585 9888.

Address:
128 Elizabeth Street, EDENHOPE, VIC, 3318

Billing:
Fees and Bulk Billing

Additional Information: A visiting service as required, please contact the Primary Care Manager for further information.

Address:
128 Elizabeth Street, EDENHOPE, VIC, 3318

Billing:
Other Option

Additional Information: Post Acute Care is a time limited short term intervention designed to assist patients to recuperate following an acute or subacute hospital admission and to facilitate their independence, or transition to continuing care when required.

This care may include, for example, home help, personal care, delivered meals, respite care and home nursing.

The Case Manager will work closely with the client and/or carer and health care workers to ensure that the most appropriate Post Acute Care is provided to those clients with identified needs.

All clients referred and accepted into the program will have:
-- Individual assessment
-- Needs identification
-- Post acute care plan prepared
-- Appropriate services negotiated.
-- Care services monitoring.

The care needs of the client will be reassessed at the end of the allocated time on the program and be discharged or referred to the appropriate care.

Area Serviced
Edenhope, Apsley, Harrow, Bringalbert, Ullswater & districts in the West Wimmera Shire.

Initial Contact
PAC Manager,
Email: postacutecare@edmh.org.au / kallieh@edmh.org.au

Aims
The program aims to achieve a smooth transition for those clients with more complex health needs, returning back into the community from an acute episode in a public hospital, either acute or subacute facility in Victoria. This will be achieved through the provision of coordinated, appropriate and timely Post Acute Care services.
Program objectives:

-- Provide additional home-based services to assist individuals recuperate after hospitalisation;
-- Improve continuity of care for patients following their discharge from hospital;
-- Work collaboratively with hospitals to provide support to patients as an alternative to inpatient admission from the emergency department, where appropriate; and
-- Assist hospitals and subacute services to maximise use of beds for patients who require hospital services

Additional Information
8.30am - 5.00pm, Mon - Fri, for inquiries.

Address:
128 Elizabeth Street, EDENHOPE, VIC, 3318

Billing:
Other Option

Additional Information: Education and Exercise Program for those at risk, or have had a heart attack, stroke, diabetes or high blood pressure.

Address:
128 Elizabeth Street, EDENHOPE, VIC, 3318

Billing:
Other Option

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.

Address:
128 Elizabeth Street, EDENHOPE, VIC, 3318

Billing:
Other Option

Additional Information: A number of support groups operate at the Centre including:

-- Arthritis Support
-- Cancer Support
-- Diabetes Support
-- Carers Support
-- Cardiac Rehabilitation Support
-- Women's Health groups

The groups meet at different times. Individual support can also be offered. Contact the Centre for meeting times.

Fees
Fees may apply for some services

Address:
128 Elizabeth Street, EDENHOPE, VIC, 3318

Billing:
Fees Apply

Additional Information: The Lakes Hostel is a 22 bed low care facility situated in a tranquil setting overlooking Lake Wallace. Hostel residents have their own rooms, spacious enough to allow for that favourite chair, dressing table, and some personal items if desired. All rooms have an en-suite.

There is a large communal dining/lounge area with lake views, where residents may eat their meals and join in the wide range of activities offered daily. 24 hour care is provided by trained personal carers, which is overseen by the hospital's registered nurses who liaise between medical officers and other allied health services and arrange for transfer to the acute facility of the hospital as necessary. The nurses arrange for any relevant nursing interventions in the hostel to ensure that the health care needs of all residents are met.

Becoming a resident
Aged Care Assessment Service (ACAS) assessment is mandatory for entry to the facility. Enquiries can be made through the Hospital, who will arrange assessment with the visiting Gerontologist or Aged care Assessment team to determine the level of care required. There is no charge for this service. All enquiries for permanent placement should be directed through the Aged Care Administrator or the Director of Nursing - contact 03 5585 9800.

Address:
128 Elizabeth Street, EDENHOPE, VIC, 3318

Billing:
Other Option

Additional Information: Programs are held Monday to Friday at the Elsie Bennett Community Centre, the Harrow Bush Nursing Centre, the Apsley RSL Hall and within the hospital.

The activities include:
Low/High Impact Aerobics
Fall Prevention Exercise program
'Pump it up' (men only exercise)
Pilates
Chair based exercises
Zumba
'Puff and Pump' Exercises
Tai Chi

Address:
128 Elizabeth Street, EDENHOPE, VIC, 3318

Billing:
Other Option

Additional Information: Immunisation is a simple, safe and effective way of protecting yourself or your child against harmful diseases that can cause serious health problems and sometimes death. Also avaliable are holiday vaccinations.

Immunisation will help you or your child stay healthy. If you or your child hasn't been immunised or has missed a vaccination, it's easy to catch up - just ask your doctor or immunisation provider.

Vaccinations can be given by your doctor, immunisation clinic and some hospitals.

Provided as required within the clinic

Address:
128 Elizabeth Street, EDENHOPE, VIC, 3318

Billing:
Bulk Billing Only

Additional Information: Diabetes Education provides you with the skills and knowledge to help you effectively manage your diabetes.

To provide our community with the access to education and information the Edenhope District Memorial Hospital has a Diabetes Educator.

This role includes but is not limited to:
- Information on the latest knowledge and techniques in diabetes health care and education.
- Interviewing and counseling clients and/or their carers.
- Assessment of patient/client needs.
- Plan and conduct quality diabetes education programs tailored to the needs of the client with diabetes.
- Education of staff regarding best practice in diabetes management.
- Diabetes management for both inpatients and outpatients.
- Focus on health promotion and health prevention.

The role also includes assessing, planning and evaluating acute in-patients and aged care residents in the Kowree Nursing Home and Lakes Hostel.

The Diabetes Educator is available to see clients on an outpatient basis in the Edenhope Hospital Medical Clinic.

For an appointment contact the Edenhope Hospital Medical Clinic on 03 5585 9888.

Address:
128 Elizabeth Street, EDENHOPE, VIC, 3318

Billing:
No Fee

Additional Information: Urgent Care Centre

The Accident and Emergency department of the Edenhope & District Memorial Hospital is open 24 hours a day—7 days per week.

It can be accessed through the front door until 9.00pm. After 9.00pm the Hospital is locked.

Entry after 9.00pm is by an emergency buzzer at the front door.

The Accident and Emergency Department has trained Nurses available and a doctor on call, 24 hours a day.

During Business hours Monday—Friday the Edenhope Hospital Medical Clinic at the hospital on Lake St or Edenhope Medical Clinic in Elizabeth Street is accessible for non-emergency consultations.

All levels of emergency care are given in the department. Once initial care and stabilisation has been attended then decisions are made as to the most appropriate place for patients to receive ongoing care. Transfers to other specialised hospitals are then arranged.

Will I have to wait long for treatment?
No. Waiting times at our hospital are substantially less than at city hospitals.

X-rays are conducted in the Radiology room. These can be by appointment only with our visiting radiographer, who comes from Hamilton three times weekly.

We have some trained staff who may be able to attend to some emergency X-rays.

A vast range of conditions are treated in our department—from small grazes and burns to major motor vehicle accidents or sore throats through to pneumonia.

All patients are assessed on arrival, and priority and urgency of care needs are identified.

Address:
128 Elizabeth Street, EDENHOPE, VIC, 3318

Billing:
Bulk Billing Only

Additional Information: Visiting Cardiologist attends on a three monthly basis for further information contact the clinic.

Address:
128 Elizabeth Street, EDENHOPE, VIC, 3318

Billing:
Fees Apply

Additional Information: Physiotherapy services are available to assist those recovering from musculoskeletal, neurological and cariothoracic disorders. Treatments may include massage, muscle stretching and strengthening, joint mobilisation, heat and exercise programs. Physiotherapy treatment can be of benefit in relieving pain, restoring strength and mobility and also help prevent injury recurrence.

The service is provided by a visiting service regularly from 9.00am - 4.00pm.

Area Serviced
Edenhope & district

Initial Contact
Administration

Additional Information
8.30 am - 5.00 pm, Mon - Fri, for inquiries.

Address:
128 Elizabeth Street, EDENHOPE, VIC, 3318

Billing:
No Fee

Additional Information: Counselling is available through the mental health social worker.

Address:
128 Elizabeth Street, EDENHOPE, VIC, 3318

Billing:
Other Option

Additional Information: In conjunction with Oncologist approval The hospital has specially trained chemotherapy nurses who are skilled in the administration of chemotherapy.

Chemotherapy can be arranged with the patient, GP and specialist.

Please note: While most chemotherapy drugs can be given at Edenhope & District Memorial Hospital, there are rare occasions when some drugs that are very potent and require very close monitoring cannot be given in a smaller hospital.

Address:
128 Elizabeth Street, EDENHOPE, VIC, 3318

Billing:
Fees Apply

Additional Information: Kowree Nursing home

Is a high care facility or Nursing Home for residents who require 24 hour care by qualified nurses. It is located in the hospital grounds. The Kowree Nursing Home is secured with pool fencing and key pads at each exit to ensure residents safety, and peace of mind for family and friends, while still allowing them freedom to enjoy the lovely outdoor area and communal lounge/dining/activities room.
Becoming a resident

Aged Care Assessment Service (ACAS) assessment is mandatory for entry to the facility. Enquiries can be made through the Hospital, who will arrange assessment with the visiting Gerontologist or Aged care Assessment team to determine the level of care required. There is no charge for this service. All enquiries for permanent placement should be directed through the Aged Care Administrator or the Director of Nursing - contact 03 5585 9800.

Address:
128 Elizabeth Street, EDENHOPE, VIC, 3318

Billing:
Fees Apply

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

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

Initial Contact
Edenhope Hospital Medical Clinic

Address:
128 Elizabeth Street, EDENHOPE, VIC, 3318

Billing:
Fees Apply

Additional Information: Respite care is available for the aged and/or people with disabilities to provide a break for their carers as well as enabling them to shop, attend appointments and social functions. A range of respite services are available.

Fees
Fees as per government schedule

Area Serviced
Edenhope & district

Initial Contact
Reception

Additional Information
8.30am - 5.00pm, Mon - Fri, for inquiries.

Address:
128 Elizabeth Street, EDENHOPE, VIC, 3318

Billing:
No Fee (means tested)

Additional Information: The aim of the Social Worker is to assist people improve their quality of life. At some point, everyone is faced with a stressful, life-changing event in their life and for some people assistance from a Social Worker helps them deal with issues.

Social Workers assist people by listening non-judgementally, being understanding and supportive of a person's needs, providing information which is useful and relevant and by being respectful of a person's right to confidentiality and privacy.

Who can use this service and how are people referred?
Individuals, couples, families and groups within the West Wimmera Shire are free to access this service. Assistance is provided to people of any age, from any background, with any issue.

Anyone is able to refer themselves to the Social Worker by contacting EDMH Reception on 03 5585 9800. Referrals are also made by General Practitioners, Health Workers, Schools, Police, members of the community, family and friends.

Services Provided
Counselling for individuals, couples and families in relation to:
Relationships
Children
Family issues
Stress management
Self development
Trauma and crisis
Parenting strategies
Adolescence
Adjustment to disability
Relieving anxiety and depression
Grief and loss
Problem solving

Advocacy:
In assisting to access and negotiate with generic services.
Support—social and emotional
Representation on client's behalf

Referrals for:
Housing assistance
Legal services
Emergency relief
Support groups and other community resources
Employment
Specialist counselling service
Referral to financial counsellors and advisors

Confidentiality:
All personal and family information will be treated with respect and confidentiality. If you need to be referred to another organisation, information about you will only be passed on with your Consent

The Social Worker is also able to provide a home visiting appointment if preferred.

Address:
128 Elizabeth Street, EDENHOPE, VIC, 3318

Billing:
Other Option

Additional Information: Community Health Nurse

Located in the Elsie Bennett Community Centre, Lake Street (part of the Hospital complex).

Community Health Nurse: Cath McDonald
Phone – (03) 5585 9845

Hours of Operation
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday 8.00am to 4.30pm.

If Nurse unavailable, please leave a message if interested in attending programs or for further information.

Regular Programs
Programs are held Monday to Friday at the Elsie Bennett Community Centre, the Harrow Bush Nursing Centre, the Apsley RSL Hall and within the hospital.

The activities include:
Low/High Impact Aerobics
Fall Prevention Exercise program
'Pump it up' (men only exercise)
Pilates
Chair based exercises
Zumba
'Puff and Pump' Exercises
Tai Chi

Mammogram—(Breastscreen)

Community Health Nurse takes a bus to Horsham 4 times per year to encourage women to have regular mammograms. Afternoon tea is supplied.

Resources
We have books and videos for loan of a range of subjects e.g.. dementia, lupus, arthritis, after stroke etc.

Carers Group
If you care for a family member or friend, you need to care for yourself. This group is friendly and supportive.

Diabetes -ComNet Support Group
Meets bi– monthly, education, support and advice about diabetes

Respite in Home
Is available, a Carer can come to your home to allow you to keep appointments or have some social time out.

Continence
If you have any queries or problems with continence or need information regarding products, please phone for an appointment on 5585 9845.

Weight Assessments
Weight assessments and weight management advice.

Information and Advice
Chronic Health Conditions
Women's, Men's and Youth Health Issues.
Health Screenings
Diabetes Screening Risk
Blood Pressure
Equipment Hire
Rehabilitation or post operatively

Address:
128 Elizabeth Street, EDENHOPE, VIC, 3318

Billing:
No Fee

Additional Information: A bus is available to take women to the Breast Screen facility at Wimmera Health Care Group, Horsham, 3 or 4 times a year, Contact Centre for details and to register interest.

Area Serviced
Edenhope & district

Initial Contact
Reception

Additional Information
8.30am - 5.00pm, Mon - Fri, for inquiries.

Address:
128 Elizabeth Street, EDENHOPE, VIC, 3318

Billing:
Fees Apply

Additional Information: A visiting service is provided regularly through My Pod from Naracoorte. Podiatry provides information, assessment and treatment to maintain foot health and monitor people with diabetes, circulatory disorders and arthritis.

Initial Contact
Reception

Additional Information
8.30am - 5.00pm, Mon - Fri, for inquiries. Appointment required.