Allied Health
Explore our range of allied health services below.
Our passionate and highly skilled team provide care and programs in our hospitals, residential aged care facilities, as well as in people's homes and community settings throughout our catchment area.
They provide services to people of all ages and offer activities, programs and education to promote awareness of chronic disease, mental health and lifestyle-generated health conditions. Ultimately, they develop strategies to help people reach their best health.
How to access
Most of our allied health services can be delivered at any of our sites across the nine towns we service. For example, if you live in Goroke, you could attend your podiatry appointment at our Goroke Community Health Centre instead of having to travel to Nhill.
No referral is required to access our allied health services, however some services and programs require initial assessments. For example, aquatic therapy.
If you are unsure which service might be right for you, please call our team to discuss your options.
Cost
Allied Health fees per visit
Concession - $10
Non-concession - $18
Allied Health pricing covers Dietetics, Exercise Physiology, Physiotherapy, Podiatry and Speech Pathology. There is no cost for Occupational Therapy, Social Work, Cancer Support Group, Cardiac Rehabilitation Group, Falls and Balance, Gentle Exercise, and Healthy Legs/Happy Feet.
Diabetes Education fees per visit
Concession - $4
Non-concession - $8
Aquatic Therapy per session
Concession - $10
Non-concession - $15
There will be no cost for children under 18, whose parents have proof of concession. Concession will cover health care card, disability, and aged pension card holders. Seniors Card does not apply. There is no cost for DVA card holders.
If concerned about the cost of services, please ask our staff to explain the financial hardship application process. A late fee of $10 may be applied for accounts outstanding after 60 days.
Contact
For more information or to book an appointment with one of our team members, call our main reception on (03) 5391 4222 and follow the prompts to 'Community and Allied Health'.
