Aged Care Assessment
Service Contact Details
Please
use the following details to contact this service directly:
Baillie St, Horsham. 3400. VIC
Tel: 03 5381 9214 Fax: 03 5381 9170
Service Description / Overview
The
Aged Care Assessment Team at Wimmera Health Care Group is part of the regional
assessment team, which provides assessment, resources and informaton to the
community on aged care services.
Services Include:
To assess older people and those with disabilities in order to help them and
their carers make informed decisions regarding their individual care needs.
In consultation with the aged person's Doctor, arrange Hospital admission
or other treatment/rehabilitation as necessary including Nursing Home or Hostel
placement.
In consultation with other health, welfare, voluntary and local council agencies,
arrange for the provision of services and assistance to enable older people
to continue to live in their own homes.
Offer advice on preventing falls or illness plus living safely and independently
in your own home.
An assessment usually occurs at the person's home or other residence/hospital.
A friend or relative is welcome to attend the assessment.
Additional Information
8.30 am - 5.00 pm, Mon - Fri., for inquiries.
Fees
None
Area Serviced
Wimmera region
Eligibility
Frail, aged and people with disabilities. Referral by client, family, carers or agency. A written referral by GP required prior to assessment.
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