Specialist Mental Health Services for Older People

Service Description

Provides assessment, treatment and referral for people over 65 who have complex mental health needs or first onset of mental illness.Will provide in home assessment to determine appropriate support or inpatient care, and to refer to other services if necessary. Wellness clinics available to residents of aged care facilities for early intervention and treatment. Education and support available to aged care assessment teams, facilities, and mental health teams. Phone bookings only.

Alternate Names: SMHSOP

Hours of Operation

Mon-Fri: 8.30am-5:00pm

Accessibility

Referral System

Self-referral, GP, Mental Health Team

Service Fees

None

Languages (other than English)

Interpreter Services Available

Disability Access

Yes. Lift, Ramps, Wheelchair accessible

Organisational Information

Area Served

Central Coast LHD

Parent Organisation

Central Coast Local Health District

Postal Address

PO Box 361

Gosford

NSW

2250

Other Information

Facilities Available

No

Volunteering Opportunities

No

Last Updated: 19 June 2024