Short term intervention designed to assist patients to recuperate following an acute or subacute hospital admission.  This care may include, for example, home help, personal care, delivered meals, respite care and home nursing.

West Wimmera Health Service - Goroke Campus

Emergency medical stabilisation and treatment services are available during centre hours.  The Community Health Centre provides a wide range of community health and support services to the community.

Fees
Some fees apply for programs.

Area Serviced
Goroke & district

Initial Contact
Reception

Additional Information
8.30 am - 5.00 pm, Mon - Fri, for inquiries.

A service which provides in-home nursing and treatment by nursing staff. Services include administering medications or injections, wound care, medication supervision, personal care and monitoring of post-acute care clients. 

West Wimmera Health Service - Kaniva Campus

8.30 am - 5.30 am, Mon - Fri, for inquiries.  Service available 7.30 am - 3.30 pm, 7 days a week, by arrangement.

A service which provides in-home nursing and treatment by nursing staff.  Services include administering medications or injections, wound care, medication supervision, personal care, and monitoring of post acute care clients.

Fees
Some fees may apply

Area Serviced
West Wimmera area

Initial Contact
District Nurse, Ph: 03 5391 4222     FAX: 03 5391 4228
Email: info@wwhs.net.au

West Wimmera Health Service - Nhill Campus

Provides a time limited short term intervention for four weeks post discharge which is designed to assist patients to recuperate following an acute hospital admission and to facilitate their independence, or transition to continuing care when required. This care may include, home help, personal care, delivered meals, respite care and home nursing.  The program provides services to clients who meet the Home and Community Care criteria and are not covered by other programs. 

8.30 am - 4.30 pm, Mon - Fri, & 8.00 am - 12 noon, Sat, or as arranged.
A service which provides in-home nursing and treatment by nursing staff.  Services include administering medications or injections, wound care, medication supervision, personal care, and monitoring of post acute care clients.

Fees
Some fees may apply

Area Serviced
Natimuk & district

Initial Contact
District Nurse

Eligibility
Referral by GP preferred

West Wimmera Health Service - Natimuk Campus

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

Grampians Health Edenhope

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.

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

A service which provides in-home nursing and treatment by nursing staff.  Services include administering medications or injections, wound care, medication supervision, personal care, and monitoring of post acute care clients.

Area Serviced
Dimboola & district

Initial Contact
District Nurse

Additional Information
9.00 am - 5.00 pm, Mon - Fr & 8.00 am - 12 noon Sat.

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