South Coast Private Hospital

11/09/2025

Today we marked R U OK? Day with connection, compassion and community. A huge THANK YOU to everyone who joined us for our Community Shared BBQ fundraiser for R U OK? Special thank you to Hasties Toptaste Meats for donating the sausages and the i98 FM Street Fleet for joining us.

It was more than just great food but a space for conversations and checking in with each other. Because sometimes asking R U OK? can open the door to meaningful support. 💛🖤

Let’s keep the conversation going not just today, but every day.

Visit R U OK? for some great resources and information on conversion starters: https://www.ruok.org.au

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10/09/2025

Today, we’re reminding everyone that a simple question can make a big difference.

Our amazing team is sharing conversation starter prompts to help you check in with the people around you — because asking “R U OK?” is just the beginning.

Swipe through to and (hopefully) feel inspired to start a meaningful conversation today.

Let’s keep the conversation going. You don’t need to be an expert, just a good mate and a great listener.

09/09/2025

Happening tomorrow! If it's raining, that's okay - we're undercover 💛

🍴 Shared Plate: A Community R U OK? BBQ 💛 Bring a gold coin, grab a snag, start a convo.

We’re firing up the BBQ this R U OK? Day! Come down, enjoy a snag, and connect with your community—all while supporting a great cause – all funds go directly to R U OK?

A huge THANK YOU to Hasties Toptaste Meats in Wollongong for donating the sausages for the BBQ!

📅 Thursday 11 September | 🕒 12pm to 2pm | 📍 At the front of South Coast Private Hospital, 112 Burelli Street Wollongong | All welcome

A small coin, a shared plate, and one simple question could make a big difference. Can't make the BBQ but still want to make a difference? Make a donation to R U OK? on our fundraising page: https://join.ruok.org.au/fundraisers/annamacdonald/south-coast-private-hospital-shared-plate--a-community-r-u-ok--bbq

Find conversation tips and resources at ruok.org.au

08/09/2025

👏💙 Celebrating our monthly Love Your Work Award recipient: Finlay!

Finlay is one of our dedicated Registered Nurses and has been recognised for her unwavering kindness, passion for her role and positive energy, which has had a positive impact on our team and our patients. Here’s just a glimpse of what colleagues and patients had to say about her:

“She makes the workplace somewhere I want to be.”
“Quiet, calm reassuring manner with strong client focus”.
“All the patients have loved Finlay’s commitment to relaxation”.

Finlay’s dedication to creating a positive, welcoming environment for both patients and colleagues makes her an invaluable part of our team.

Congratulations Finlay! We Love Your Work ❣️

Want to join us?: https://southcoastprivate.com.au/work-with-us/

06/09/2025

Father’s Day is a great reminder of the importance of a mentally healthy dad. A father who makes his mental health a priority is more present with his children, happier at home, and a more supportive partner.

Take time to acknowledge the fathers and father figures in your life today and be mindful of any underlying symptoms of depression or anxiety. If you are a father who is struggling with their mental health, or know of someone that may need assistance - Let us help you. Call us on 1800 250 000.

Learn more about us: https://southcoastprivate.com.au

05/09/2025

New Podcast Episode Alert!

🚺Mood in Transition: Understanding Perimenopausal Depression 🚺

As Women’s Week wraps up, we're diving into a topic that affects many women but often goes unrecognised, perimenopausal depression. Are you aware of the emotional and physical changes women experience during perimenopause? This is an important conversation for everyone.

Tune in to our podcast for an eye-opening discussion with South Coast Private Hospital's Psychiatrist Dr Lucia Porta Cubas and Psychologist Gabrielle Sivertsen on:

✔️ How hormonal changes impact mood during perimenopause
✔️ Key symptoms to watch for
✔️ Treatment options including therapies and lifestyle changes
✔️ How to better support women through this life stage

🎧 Listen now: https://aurorahealth.com.au/aurora-podcast-ep4/

Learn more about Dr Lucia Porta Cubas: https://southcoastprivate.com.au/specialists/lucia-porta-cubas/
Learn more about Gabrielle Sivertsen: https://southcoastprivate.com.au/specialists/gabrielle-sivertsen/

03/09/2025

🍴 Shared Plate: A Community R U OK? BBQ 💛 Bring a gold coin, grab a snag, start a convo.

We’re firing up the BBQ this R U OK? Day! Come down, enjoy a snag, and connect with your community—all while supporting a great cause – all funds go directly to R U OK?

A huge THANK YOU to Hasties Toptaste Meats in Wollongong for donating the sausages for the BBQ!

📅 Thursday 11 September | 🕒 12pm to 2pm | 📍 At the front of South Coast Private Hospital, 112 Burelli Street Wollongong | All welcome

A small coin, a shared plate, and one simple question could make a big difference. Can't make the BBQ but still want to make a difference? Make a donation to R U OK? on our fundraising page: https://join.ruok.org.au/fundraisers/annamacdonald/south-coast-private-hospital-shared-plate--a-community-r-u-ok--bbq

Find conversation tips and resources at ruok.org.au

01/09/2025

We were proud sponsors at last week’s annual Legacy Business and Community Lunch joining over 200 people to support the incredible work of Wollongong & South Coast Legacy.

Legacy made a promise back in 1923 to help the families of veterans. Today, Legacy continues to help the widows of veterans and Australian Defence Force families in their time of greatest need.

By coming together, we can continue to support the invaluable work of Legacy and create a brighter future for the partners and children who gave so much for our country.

Learn more about the work of Legacy Australia: https://www.legacy.com.au/

Learn more about our services for veterans: https://southcoastprivate.com.au/dva-admissions/

29/08/2025

💜 Today we wear purple with pride. 💜

Wear It Purple Day is about celebrating diversity, promoting visibility, and creating safe, inclusive spaces where every young person feels respected and valued.

Our staff are proudly showing their support by wearing splashes of purple, standing together to highlight the importance of inclusion and visibility for LGBTQIA+ youth. 🌈

By taking part, we reaffirm our commitment to building communities where acceptance isn’t just spoken, it’s lived every day.

22/08/2025

🎨 When art speaks - celebrating this month's featured patient artworks

Each month, we showcase the artwork of one of our patients and invite them to share their personal story and inspiration behind their creations.

During his hospital stay, our featured artist found comfort in the art room and letting others see his mind through his canvas, a blessing. He found inspiration in painting eagles and lions, driven by spirituality.

"I seemed to get birds especially the eagle as my best to paint. The eyes of what I paint have something, like the eyes make the art, it's like looking into a soul. Like us look into our eyes you see our soul, a happiness, and sadness, how we are travelling."

Our featured artist's works can be viewed throughout this month in our hospital foyer, together with more of his inspiring story.

To learn more about our holistic approach to treatment, visit our website: https://southcoastprivate.com.au

Call us on 1800 250 000
Email us sco.info@aurorahealth.com.au

11/08/2025

The first step, and one of the most difficult, is to admit that you need help. We're here to take that step with you. If alcohol or substance abuse is impacting your life, our experienced team of nurses, psychiatrists, psychologists and counsellors are here to support your detox and address the cause of the addiction.

Our 21-day in hospital addictions program gives you the opportunity not only to detox but also provides you with lifestyle management strategies and skills to better understand dependency and support your recovery journey.

If you need help or if you are concerned about a friend or family member, talk to us.
Contact our Admissions and Assessment Team on 1800 250 000
Email us on: sco.info@aurorahealth.com.au
Visit our website to send an online inquiry: https://southcoastprivate.com.au/