Specialist Mental Health Inpatient Unit for Older People
Overview
What the service is
The Unit was developed and designed to cater for consumers over the age of 65.
What we do
The Unit has a 14 patient capacity, and all patients have a single room with an en suite. Meals are ordered by consumers on the same day and all consumers eat in the dining area together. There is a patient's phone that you are able to use, and ring the Unit on 4253 4460.The Unit can have consumers from Helensburgh to South Durras. The unit is linked to the community teams based in Nowra, who provide follow-up in the southern regions; and Coniston, who provide follow-up in the northern regions. Consumers in the Unit may receive care from staff from several different professional disciplines.
Who should access this service
The Specialist Mental Health Inpatient Unit for Older People is for consumers 65 years and older.
Contact Information
Level 4, Block D
Wollongong Hospital
Loftus Street
Wollongong NSW 2500
| Monday | 12:30pm to 1:30pm 4:00pm to 8:00pm |
| Tuesday | 12:30pm to 1:30pm 4:00pm to 8:00pm |
| Wednesday | 12:30pm to 1:30pm 4:00pm to 8:00pm |
| Thursday | 12:30pm to 1:30pm 4:00pm to 8:00pm |
| Friday | 12:30pm to 1:30pm 4:00pm to 8:00pm |
| Weekends and public holidays | 10:00am to 4:00pm |
How to get there
You can drive to Wollongong Hospital or use public transport. The hospital faces Crown Street, however the main street entrance is via Loftus Street. The nearest train station is Wollongong Railway Station, and buses service the area. The Specialist Mental Health Service Inpatient Unit for Older People is in the main hospital building – Level 4, Block D.
Parking
Paid public parking is available at the Wollongong Hospital campus. More information on transport options for the Wollongong Hospital or visit NSW Public Hospital Parking and Directions website or download the HosPark App from App Store or Google Play.