Shared Learning and Activities in Murtoa

Wimmera Health Care Group believe volunteers are an important community resource and incorporates their assistance in the provision of a range of health and support services.

The volunteer service enhances the effectiveness of services, the internal and external environment of the facility, recreational and leisure rograms provided by the Day Centre, the Hostel, and the Nursing Homes within the Wimmera Health Care Group.

Areas where volunteers are needed:
-- Day Centre
-- Residential Care
-- Dimboola Campus
-- Hospice Care
-- Library
-- Transport
-- Customer Support
-- External Environment
-- Clerical WorkSome volunteer groups include:
-- Wimmera Base Auxiliary

Area Serviced
Horsham & district

Initial Contact
Community Liaison Officer, Ph: 03 5381 9309     FAX: 03 5382 0829
craig.wright@whcg.org.au

Additional Information
8.30 am - 5.00 pm, Mon - Fri. ww.advabn

Grampians Health Horsham & Dimboola

The Weekend Respite program offers the client enjoyable, interesting activities while carers can receive a much deserved break.  Small group outings are organised to local markets, cinema viewing, dining out, evenings out, and trips to tourist venues are organised from 9.30 am - 3.00 pm, on one day of alternate weekends.

Weekend Respite Care is located in the Community Rehabilitation Centre, Baillie St, Horsham.

Fees
Fees apply depending on activity and as discussed at initial contact.

Area Serviced
Horsham & district

Initial Contact
Unit Manager, Ph: 03 5381 9285     FAX: 03 5381 9330
Email: info@whcg.org.au

Eligibility
Frail aged & people with disabilities or dementia who live with a carer.

Additional Information
8.30 am - 4.30 pm, Mon- Fri, for inquiries. ttp:/

HARP CDM provides a service for people who are identifed as frequent hospital attendees who are most likely to benefit from integrated care and have a chronic disease process.

The key target groups includes: 
People with chronic heart disease; 
People with chronic respiratory disease; 
People with Diabetes 
Older people with complex needs; and 
People with complex psychosocial needs. 
Why these groups of people? Evidence shows that these groups are 'people who frequently use hospitals or who are at risk of hospitalisation'

The HARP-CDM is a client centred service provided through self management principles and the building of individual and community capacity to support a person with a chronic disease process.

Initial Contact:
Manager: 03 5381 9022  Fax: 5381 9038
e-mail: info@whcg.org.au ww.adv

Provides case management, education and counselling for patients and their families.  The service is suitable for people aged 6 - 65 years who are experiencing difficulties returning to family, work and other roles rollowing brain injury (including stroke).

People with mild ABI are contacted by the Clinic 2 - 3 weeks after the incident to screen for any ongoing issues.  The ABI Clinic involvement may last from one initial screening phone call, to ongoing complex case management for more seriously brain injured clients.
Fees
No direct cost to clients

Area Serviced
Wimmera region

Initial Contact
ABI Clinic Social Worker, Ph: 03 5381 9333     FAX: 03 5381 9330
Email: info@whcg.org.au

Additional Information
Alternative contact: Ballarat Health Services, Ph: 03 5320 3893

A satellite service is available on the second Wednesday of every month, by appointment only. For any enquiries please call during the reception hours listed below.

The Cognitive, Dementia and Memory Service (CDAMS) provides specialist multidisciplinary referral, education and advisory service for people experiencing memory loss, confusion or thinking (cognitive) problems and for their carers, and families.

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.

The Adult Day Activity & Support Service offers a welcoming, supportive environment, helping frail, socially isolated older people, and people with dementia and/or disabilities to maintain personal independence and provide support for their carers.

The program offers centre-based activities for adults with activities including craft work, games, music, cooking, information talks, outings, luncheons, visits and special celebrations centring on national or international events.

Day Centre is held 9.00 am - 4.00 pm, Monday - Friday and 4.00 pm - 7.30 pm, Thursday evenings in the Community Rehabilitation Centre.   Transport to and from the centre can be arranged.

Fees
$6.50 per session with additional costs for special outings.  Fees may be negotiable, if in financial difficulty.

Area Serviced
City of Horsham & district

Initial Contact
Co ordinator, Ph: 03 5381 9285     FAX: 03 5381 9170
Email: info@whcg.org.au

Additional Information
8.30 am - 4.30 am, Mon - Fri, for inquiries and enrolments. src=

Wimmera Community Options provides Linkages as part of a range of services to assist people who are frail aged and/or people with disabilities and their carers.

Linkages is a program for frail older people and younger people with disabilities who are living at home.  
Carers are also eligible for assistance.  An assessment of each persons needs is required to determine eligibility.  Linkages provides case management, coordination and provision of additional services, if required.

Wimmera Community Options is located in the Federation Building, 3 Robinson St, Horsham.

Fees
Fees may apply

Area Serviced
Wimmera region

Initial Contact
Reception, Ph: 03 5381 9336     FAX: 03 5381 9120
Email: info@whcg.org.au

Additional Information
8.45 am - 4.45 pm, Mon - Fri, for inquiries.
Postal Address:83 Baillie St, Horsham 3400

Support groups in Murtoa