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23 August 2017
Farmers who would like to clean up their properties of old farm machinery are urged to donate to the 70 Lowe Street farmyard. The farms of the region are littered with old farm machinery, but the East Grampians Health Service aged care facility has a farmyard just calling out for an old tractor, plough or…
Learn More13 August 2017
Residents of 70 Lowe Street are enjoying the relaxing atmosphere provided by a new aquarium. The aquarium was donated by the East Grampians Health Service Aged Care Auxiliary and has been placed in the 70 Lowe Street sensory room. The sensory room offers sensory stimulation to residents who need a bit more support in this…
Learn More7 August 2017
The Willaura Healthcare Auxiliary has committed $20,000 towards the redevelopment of the Parkland House Hostel. Funds were raised through events including the Willaura Healthcare Outdoor Market as well as a $5,000 community grant obtained through the Willaura Lake Bolac Bendigo Bank. The $20,000 commitment will be put towards new furniture and furnishings for Parkland House,…
Learn More30 July 2017
People undergoing dialysis treatment at East Grampians Health Service now do so in more comfort, thanks to a donation by the EGHS Auxiliary. The Auxiliary purchased five Roho cushions, which are designed to provide a comfortable and stable sitting environment for people having to sit for long periods of time, such as dialysis patients, who…
Learn More30 July 2017
Staff at East Grampians Health Service are improving their skills and qualifications thanks to generous bursaries offered by the EGHS Building for the Future Foundation. The Foundation is a charitable trust established in 2010 with the purpose of providing funding for staff development, special purpose projects and equipment for EGHS. Governed by four independent local…
Learn More30 July 2017
The Victoria Police Blue Ribbon Foundation Ararat Branch has completed its $150,000 commitment to the redevelopment of the Perioperative Unit at East Grampians Health Service. The unit has been named in memory of Jason Bond, an Ararat man and police officer in training, who sadly died as result of a motor vehicle accident in 2011.…
Learn More10 July 2017
Passing the time during a chemotherapy session has been made more comfortable for patients at the East Grampians Health Service Oncology Department, with the addition of two book cushions. Ararat’s Zest Living donated the cushions, which support a book or magazine without the need for the patient to hold them. EGHS chief executive Nick Bush…
Learn More10 July 2017
The East Grampians Health Service Murray to Moyne Cycle Relay teams, the Cranks and Defibrillators, were finalists in the ninth Minister for Health Volunteer Awards. The teams were one of five finalists in the Outstanding Achievement by a Volunteer – Improving Public Healthcare section. Team members Jacinta Harman (rider) and Dave Harman (support crew) attended…
Learn More10 July 2017
Community members interested in volunteering for the Look Good Feel Better program are invited to an information session in July at East Grampians Health Service. Look Good Feel Better is dedicated to teaching cancer patients how to manage the appearance-related side effects caused by cancer treatment. Cancer patients participate in a practical workshop which covers…
Learn More10 July 2017
East Grampians Health Service staff were able to observe the unique way in which current Diploma of Nursing students are undertaking learning practices. Australian Catholic University Diploma of Nursing students, who are currently studying onsite at EGHS, presented one of their latest assessments to staff and peers at the health service. Clinical teacher Deb Bennett…
Learn More10 July 2017
Chairman of the Victoria Police Blue Ribbon Foundation board David Mann OAM visited East Grampians Health Service in May. EGHS chief executive Nick Bush provided Mr Mann with a tour of EGHS, along with director of support services Stuart Kerr, president of the Ararat Branch of the Victoria Police Blue Ribbon Foundation Terry Weeks and…
Learn More4 July 2017
East Grampians Health Service staff enjoyed morning tea in the Oncology Department as part of Australia’s Biggest Morning Tea. Volunteers and staff served morning tea to patients and visitors, raising $217 dollars for cancer research. Pictured above: Leesa McInnes taking donations for the EGHS Biggest Morning Tea in the Oncology Department
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East Grampians Health Service acknowledges the Wotjobaluk, Jaadwa, Jadawadjali, Wergaia, Jupagalk and Eastern Maar peoples as the Traditional Custodians of these lands. We acknowledge that their holistic approach to health; harmony between body, mind, spirit and environment, has been practiced on these lands for thousands of years. We thank past and present Elders for this knowledge to help improve health and wellbeing for all Australians.
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