Aged Care Assessment - Ballarat (ACAS)

Telephone

5320 3740

Fax

5320 3632

Address

102 Ascot Street

Ballarat VIC 3350.

(PO Box 199 VIC 3353)

Service Description

Multi-disciplinary team of professionals, which assists elderly people and their carers. The team consists of geriatricians, nurses, social workers, physiotherapists and occupational therapists. The team provides assessment, support and referral for health care, accommodation options, disability aids, respite care and other related issues.

Eligibility

Aged care clients.

Access hours

Monday – Friday 9.00am – 5.00pm.

Referral process

Referred by Medical Officer, Nursing staff or Allied Health. At Djerriwarrh Health services it is the responsibility of the Unit Manager or Discharge Planning Coordinator to refer.

Cost to client

Nil