Changing of the guard in Residents’ Support Group
9 October 2018
At the annual general meeting of the EGHS Residents’ Support Group, there was a changing of the guard. After many years, Libby McCormick stepped aside as president, with Marlene Goudie moving into the position. She will be supported over the coming year by secretary Jane Richardson, assistant secretary Jackie Grimmer, treasurer Margaret Spong and assistant…
Learn More$2.93 million for expanded operating theatre
9 October 2018
East Grampians Health Service will redevelop and expand its theatre complex thanks to $2.93 million in funding announced by the State Government on Friday. Minister for Health Jill Hennessy announced the $2.93 million project, made possible by the Labor Government’s Regional Health Infrastructure Fund. “We’re building an extra operating theatre at Ararat Hospital to ensure…
Learn MoreEGHS celebrated hard working staff
9 October 2018
East Grampians Health Service participated in Celebrating Aged Care Week last month. EGHS showed its aged care staff at 70 Lowe Street, Garden View Court and Willaura Healthcare Parkland House how much their work contributes to supporting the high quality of care provided to residents and how much they are appreciated, not just by the…
Learn MoreEye surgery microscope state-of-the-art
3 September 2018
East Grampians Health Service’s Perioperative Unit has taken delivery of a state-of-the-art microscope used for eye surgery. The ophthalmic microscope is used for surgical procedures such as cataract removal and was used by surgeons for the first time this month. The previous ophthalmic microscope was purchased in 2008 with a generous donation from the Victoria…
Learn MoreRelay ‘child’s play’ for cyclists Murray to Moyne Cycle Relay
3 September 2018
The East Grampians Health Service Ark Toy and Activity Library will have brand new outdoor play equipment thanks to the 2018 Murray to Moyne Cycle Relay team. Teams representing EGHS in this year’s Murray to Moyne Cycle Relay raised in excess of $18,500, far exceeding their goal of $15,000. The two teams, the Cranks and…
Learn MoreBreast Cancer Support Group continues support of Oncology Unit
3 September 2018
The Ararat Breast Cancer Support Group continues to support the Oncology Unit of East Grampians Health Service and patients who receive treatment there. Members of the group visited the Oncology Unit to hand over their fifth oncology chair, raising funds through a number of events and with the assistance of donations from other community organisations,…
Learn MorePatricia Hinchey Centre/Murray to Moyne bus launched
15 August 2018
East Grampians Health Service launched its new Patricia Hinchey Centre/Murray to Moyne bus in front of team members, clients, volunteers and staff. The bus features Murray to Moyne decals and is already turning heads as it travels around Ararat. The 2017 team raised $27,900 toward the overall cost of the bus, setting a goal of…
Learn MoreMurals brightening the lives of 70 Lowe Street residents
7 August 2018
Beautiful and bright new murals have been installed in each of the three avenues – or wings – of 70 Lowe Street, one of East Grampians Health Service’s aged care facilities. The murals are not only eye-catching and colourful but they have many other benefits too. “This includes helping to orientate residents around the building,…
Learn MoreFirst intake of nurses graduate at EGHS
7 August 2018
East Grampians Health Service has succeeded in expanding its nursing workforce with the graduation of the first intake of Diploma of Nursing students. The graduation ceremony was attended by nursing graduates, trainers, family, friends, EGHS staff and special guests, including ACU College executive director Shaun McDonagh, Member for Ripon Louise Staley and EGHS Board chair…
Learn MoreBoard tour Community Health Centre and Healthy@Home building
7 August 2018
East Grampians Health Service Board members have toured the redevelopment works currently taking place at the health service. Manager of Community Nursing Jane Bourman led the tour and showed Board members and guests, including Ballarat Health Service Board members, through the new areas at the Healthy@ Home Building and also the works that are taking…
Learn MoreNancy Panter appointed East Grampians Health Service Board Chair
29 July 2018
East Grampians Health Service has elected local business owner and global marketing and communications specialist Nancy Panter as its new Board Chair. Formerly Board Vice Chair, Ms Panter succeeds Matthew Wood, who has retired from the Board after seven years’ service. Ms Panter was elected Vice Chair in 2017, has served on the East Grampians…
Learn MoreWomen’s health continence physiotherapy available at EGHS
24 July 2018
East Grampians Health Service physiotherapist Caroline Hamilton has recently completed her postgraduate qualification in pelvic floor physiotherapy at the University of Melbourne. Pelvic floor physiotherapists are able to assess pelvic floor function and tailor an exercise program to meet an individual’s specific needs. Active pelvic floor muscles are very important to women and if poorly…
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