A community survey is now open as part of the service planning process that will see the development of the Tocumwal Health Service Plan.
Murrumbidgee Local Health District (MLHD) acting chief executive Carla Bailey said consultation with stakeholder groups and community members is an important part of developing a Health Service Plan.
“A Health Service Plan outlines the health services required to reflect the community’s needs into the future and makes recommendations about the best way to deliver these services,” Ms Bailey said.
“Communities play a critical role in the process of developing a Health Services Plan and we will be providing a range of opportunities for people to be involved, including surveys and meetings with key stakeholders and community members.”
A Partnership Reference Committee has been convened to provide local input throughout the planning process.
This group involves various stakeholders including members of the Local Health Advisory Committee, Berrigan Shire Council, community representatives and local service providers such as GPs, private providers, and the Primary Health Network.
The project team will also engage with a broad range of healthcare stakeholders including Tocumwal Multi-Purpose Service staff, social and aged care service providers, medical centres, and other health organisations.
“We want as many people as possible within the local community to get involved, including young people and people from Aboriginal and other culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, so we capture a variety of views and needs within the local area,” Ms Bailey said.
“Wide input is essential to develop a plan fit for the future.”
Following the consultation process a summary Health Service Plan will be produced and placed on public display for one month for stakeholders to provide feedback.
The feedback will be assessed, consolidated and incorporated into the final plan where feasible, and discussed with the Partnership Reference Committee prior to endorsement through MLHD.
To complete the community survey go to https://www.nsw.gov.au/departments-and-agencies/nsw-health/mlhd/get-involved/your-opinion.
Paper copies are available at Tocumwal Hospital reception, Tocumwal Visitor Information Centre and Tocumwal Library and can be returned to these locations by April 6.
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