10/03/2025
CEO Update: 10 March 2025, 12:00pm
IMPORTANT UPDATE: BUSINESS AS USUAL (FROM TUESDAY 11 MARCH 2025)
We hope everyone remains safe and vigilant throughout this severe weather event. Our hospital continues to monitor the situation closely, following local authority advice. Full business operations are planned to resume as usual on Monday in line with advice.
PRIVATE PRACTICE, ADMISSIONS AND DAY PROGRAM PATIENTS
- PRIVATE PRACTICE: All doctor clinics are operating as normal however if you need to convert your appointment to telehealth, please call 1800 700 274 to reschedule.
DAY PROGRAMS - All day programs will recommence as normal tomorrow (Tuesday)
- ADMISSIONS: Planned and new admissions will proceed as normal.
STAFF
- Thank you to everyone who has offered to assist if needed.
- Essential workers are permitted to travel to and from work if it is safe to do so, however your safety comes first.
- If you are unable to attend your upcoming shift, notify your manager as early as possible to assist with contingency planning.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) support is available. Search ‘EAP’ on Lotti for more information.
HOSPITAL IN THE HOME (HITH)
- HITH will resume as normal tomorrow (Tuesday).
COMMUNITY SUPPORT
- Many people may be experiencing a cyclone for the first time.
- If this event has caused stress or anxiety, prioritise mental health and encourage those around you to do the same.
- If you have concerns, speak with your GP.
- Psychiatrists and specialised programs are available to help manage disaster-related anxiety and trauma. We are here to help – reach out to find out how.
Remember: “If it’s flooded, forget it.”
Patients to call 1800 700 274 if they are needing to reschedule their appointment, admission or day program attendance and rescheduling options will be provided. Follow all road and safety directions from local authorities