Aged Care Bed Vacancies
We have aged care bed vacancies now. The details are here
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IMPORTANT NOTICE TO LORNE COMMUNITY AND VISITORS
KEY MESSAGE
On predicted Code Red (catastrophic) and Heatwave Days the following services only will be operating:
Urgent Care
Acute Inpatient Care
Residential Aged Care
For emergencies call 000
FURTHER INFORMATION
The first priority of the Lorne Community Hospital Board of Management at all times is the safety of Hospital staff, and the dependent residents and patients staying in our care. This is particularly the case in relation to bushfire risk. Therefore significant planning and consideration has been undertaken by the Hospital Board and senior staff to develop the Hospital’s strategies in the lead up to the 2010 bushfire season.
The Hospital Board has adopted a policy of “stay and shelter in place” for predicted Code Red days. This is considered the lowest risk option with the best outcome for our highly dependent residents and the staff. The decision to stay has been based on a thorough assessment ...[Go to full story]
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Improving our Communities Health
Health is defined as a complete state of physical, mental and social well being,
not merely the absence of disease or infirmity.
The Lorne Community Hospital is committed to the health promoting process of enabling people to feel empowered to take responsibility for their health through the implementation of programs that encourage the adoption of a healthy lifestyle. Physical activity, balanced nutritional intake, reduced use of tobacco and drugs, positive mental health, positive self esteem, social connection, safe, supportive social and economic conditions are all important factors that influence the health and well being of our community.
For further information and support on taking a positive step towards a healthier lifestyle contact the Community Health Nurse on ph. 5289 4315
Mission Statement
The Mission of the Lorne Community Hospital is to provide high quality care through the provision of a range of viable and integrated Health, Aged and Community Care.
Objectives
- To provide an integrated Health Service encompassing Acute Care, and Community Based services appropriate to meet the needs of the community of Lorne and its surrounding district.
- To provide a high quality of care for patients through the maintenance of ethical and professional standards in a safe and secure environment.
- To promote health in the Community through the initiatives in Health
- Promotion, Education and illness prevention.
- To provide the most cost effective model of health service delivery within the resources available.
Quality Statement
The Lorne Community Hospital is committed to achieving the highest standard of care for all clients, patients and residents.
This commitment extends to the safety and security of our clients groups, their visitors, our staff, our suppliers and our community.
We will maintain these standards through OH&S activities, Risk Management techniques, Quality Improvement programs and consumer participation in all that we do.
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