What we do
The IMPACT Program is for anyone people with complex chronic health needs including chronic pain, neurological conditions and/or chronic disease.
IMPACT aims to support participants by increasing knowledge, practicing skills, developing goals and implementing a self-management plan to better manage overall health and wellbeing.
IMPACT is available to residents of South Gippsland and Bass Coast who are over 18 years of age and is facilitated by a multidisciplinary team consisting of a registered nurse, Occupational Therapist, Physiotherapist, Dietitian and Social Worker. We also have an Allied Health Assistant supporting the program.
What to expect when you attend:
- Screening and assessment
- 1:1 session with clinicians
- Supervised movement and physiotherapy
- Group learning and education
- Goal setting
- Reflection and relaxation
Referral from your GP
To access this service, you’ll need a referral letter from your GP or medical practitioner.
Referrals can be made via the telephone, email, fax or post as follows:
Phone:
(03) 5654 2737
Email:
gateway@gshs.com.au
Fax:
(03) 5667 5634
Address:
Gateway Intake Service
Leongatha Hospital
Private Bag 13
Leongatha Vic, 3953
We will contact you within clinically recommended timeframes. If there’s no waiting list, you’ll receive an appointment booking letter or we’ll call to arrange a convenient time.
More information
Where: Leongatha Hospital - Primary Health Department
When: Friday morning
Length of program: 8 weeks
There is a fee for this service as per our updated fees policy.
Carers are welcome to attend. Transport to and from the group can sometimes be arranged.
Morning tea is provided along with a take home booklet which includes a range of information and an exercise program.
