Assessment, Rehabilitation, Behavioural Management & Counselling

Southern Health

Slow to Recover Program

In 1998, Southern Health, Community Health Services became responsible for the development and ongoing management of the Acquired Brain Injury, Slow To Recover (ABI STR) program. This program provides rehabilitation support for highly dependent persons with acquired brain injury (ABI) and their families who are not in receipt of compensation throughout Victoria.

Generally, recovery following brain injury is greatest over the early months after the injury, with rate of improvement then declining rapidly. In people with severe ABI, improvement is very much slower than this and continues for considerably longer. There is a paucity of studies of the long-term outcomes and potential for these clients, and the ABI: STR Program is already contributing significantly to knowledge and evidence-based practice.

While the literature suggests that significant neurological improvement in these clients may continue for 18 months to 2 years, experience of the Program suggests that appropriate rehabilitation services may continue to achieve functional gains for some clients over longer periods of time, over and above the improvement that occurs naturally as the person adapts increasingly to their disabilities. In time, functional improvement plateaus and the person's daily activities are largely sufficient to maintain their level of function. This is the point at which the long term maintenance phase of the program commences with therapy substantially reduced or discontinued, although some people may need a low level of ongoing therapy to prevent deterioration. This low level of therapy may be provided by allied health assistant/attendant care staff under supervision of a qualified therapist.

In the weeks or months after a severe ABI, the client may remain bedfast or dependent on total care before recovering to a level where active rehabilitation is possible. While some clients have multiple medical problems, many will be medically stable within a few weeks and do not need acute hospital care beyond this time. Often, physical, cognitive and possibly behavioural dysfunction limits the person's ability to interact with their surroundings or participate in self-care or therapy. Clients at this interim stage need intensive nursing and often passive therapy to prevent deterioration, maintain physical functioning and maximise the potential for later recovery.

With support from the Program, this interim care may be provided in a nursing home. While mainstream facilities such as nursing homes cannot routinely provide the level of care needed, the Program can purchase additional care and ensure that the client's progress is monitored so that active rehabilitation can be introduced when and where appropriate. This arrangement allows time for natural recovery to occur and for treatment teams to assess the client's potential. For those clients for whom there seems to be little or no rehabilitation potential, it also provides relatives with time to adjust to the situation and plan for the future.

As natural recovery progresses, clients become increasingly able to interact with their environment and participate actively in physical and cognitive programs. The progression is similar to that experienced by most clients after brain damage, but the speed of change and the degree of persisting disability are very different. Clients on the ABI STR Program generally progress slowly towards limited quality of life and independence. In the long term, some achieve a level of independence in self-care or are supported by their family and friends to live in the community with the aid of ongoing, established support services. If the level and rate of recovery increases, the potential exists within the Program to transfer clients to faster-stream rehabilitation. Others require a substantial amount of attendant or nursing care after their natural recovery has plateaued, and some will need ongoing care and support from the ABI: STR Program to complement funding from other State, Commonwealth, local government and non-government programs.

After the initial period of slow-stream rehabilitation, most clients will require therapy in the longer term, to maintain the level of function and independence gained or to maximise further potential for functional improvement. In some, recovery may plateau for an extended period, before recommencing slowly, possibly indicating the need for a further episode of targeted therapy and/or new therapies and treatments such as the muscle relaxant therapies of botulinum toxin or baclofen

Aim
The aim of the Slow To Recover Program is to:

  • Provide individually targeted slow-stream rehabilitation services to people with severe ABI who have the potential to achieve functional gains in their level of independence, and thereby to assist these people to achieve optimum levels of independent functioning;
  • Monitor and provide passive rehabilitation for clients not able to benefit from active rehabilitation in the early weeks or months post-ABI, while allowing time to assess realistically the person's potential for recovery and/or to await further neurological recovery that may enable the client to participate in more active rehabilitation;
  • Ensure timely and appropriate discharge from acute care and reintegration into community care by providing the necessary level of support and assistance not otherwise provided by mainstream programs for these clients;
  • Ensure a maintenance level of rehabilitation to prevent physical deterioration for those who have sustained major and irreversible brain injuries and who may require long-term or ongoing support;
  • Extend the currently very limited knowledge of the process of recovery following severe ABI, and the place of rehabilitation services in maximising recovery and independence for these clients, to develop evidence-based guidelines for optimum management of ABI: STR clients.
    The service delivery model developed by the Program to achieve these aims involves:
  • Identifying the rehabilitation and clinical care needs of individual clients that cannot be met through other program areas, purchasing services to meet those needs and ensuring clients can remain with extra support within generic and community-based services;
  • Contract purchasing of core services, including slow-stream inpatient rehabilitation (within existing rehabilitation hospitals), case management, and the management and provision of aids, equipment and home modifications. This ensures a baseline level of services that can be augmented as needed, provides ready access to services, and supports the development of specific expertise in working with clients with severe ABI.
  • Co-ordination, through specialist ABI case management services funded by the ABI STR Program, to access mainstream services.

The Client Group

The ABI: STR Program caters specifically for a small but significant group of recently brain-injured younger adults who are not eligible for compensation, and are distinguished by:

  • the severity of their ABI;
  • their slow recovery and persisting high dependency requiring prolonged rehabilitation and/or other therapies
  • the complexity of their care needs; and
  • their ineligibility to access, through any other means, services that are appropriate to their age, level of disability, and limited recovery potential.

These clients and families require individual case management and care coordination over a prolonged period, involving a wide range of clinical, psycho-social, environmental, economic and family issues. By definition, no client is too severely brain injured or too disabled to receive slow to recover services. (although some may be unable to participate in active rehabilitation or the lack of resources or priority may limit their opportunity to receive services.).

People with moderate ABI, who need rehabilitation for a few months to regain a level of independence that enables them to return to the community, are generally supported by mainstream acute and sub-acute rehabilitation services. The complex and long-term needs of ABI: STR Program clients place them beyond the capacity of these mainstream services.

ABI: STR Program Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for funding by the ABI: STR Program, an applicant must satisfy all the following criteria.
Medical:

  • has a diagnosis of severe ABI in relation to an acute health episode within the preceding two years
  • has a current primary diagnosis of ABI
  • is post-acute and medically stable or requiring limited medical intervention

Age:

  • is at least 5 years of age.

Legal:

  • is non-compensable
  • has a legal guardian or advocate, if unable to give informed consent

Social circumstances:

  • requires specific age-appropriate care and support, including individual psycho-social and familial assistance, which is not available through other programs.

Management:

  • is not eligible for fast-stream rehabilitation or considered eligible for community based rehabilitation.
  • has been assessed as needing long-term nursing care and/or eligible for Commonwealth-funded nursing home services.

To be eligible for funding for long-term maintenance services, the client must:

  • satisfy the above criteria and
  • require clinical care or therapy in addition to that normally available in a nursing home or other care setting to maintain the level of independence gained through slow-stream rehabilitation.

Priority
Priority will be given to people between the ages of 5 and 50 years with the most complex disability and support needs. There may, for instance, be a need to purchase a specific environment because of the person's youth or because of family commitments and responsibilities (eg. a young family and parenting responsibilities)

Other factors are considered when determining priority such as whether the person is awaiting discharge from an acute hospital or whether they have responsibility for children under the age of 15 years and or other dependants.
Access to the Program is also based on:

  • the presence of other specific medical or social conditions that may indicate that mainstream services may be either more or less appropriate to meet the person's total care and personal support requirements;
  • the availability of age-appropriate and clinically appropriate services in the area and community the person lives.
  • the ability for a client with a severe ABI to receive /not receive appropriate care by the generic service system.

 

Disability Services Program Manager

Phone 8792 2396

Fax 8792 2206

bronwyn.harding@southernhealth.org.au

www.southernhealth.org.au

 

4th Floor,

229 Thomas Street,

Dandenong

 

 

 

Southern Health

Rehab in the Home

Rehabilitation in the Home (RITH) is a short term, intensive rehabilitation program delivered in the client’s home. All clients participate in developing a care plan with the view to developing rehabilitation goals. RITH uses a case management model to support the development and implementation of the care plan. Therapies available include physiotherapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, nursing, dietetics, and neuropsychology.

RITH covers the City of Casey, Greater Dandenong, Shire of Cardinia, City of Monash, Kingston Council and some areas of the Bayside Council

There is no cost to the client

 

Access and Intake Unit

Phone 9265 1090

Fax 9265 1297

kingstoncentre@southernhealth.org.au

www.southernhealth.org.au

 

Kingston Centre Site

Cnr Warrigal and Kingston Road,

Cheltenham, 3192

 

 

 

Royal Talbot Rehabilitation Centre, Austin Health

Statewide Acquired Brain Injury Unit

The Royal Talbot Rehabilitation Centre is a specialist provider of intensive rehabilitation programs, providing a comprehensive and coordinated range of medical, nursing, therapy and support services to people with a wide range of disabilities.
Areas of specialty include acquired brain injury rehabilitation, amputee rehabilitation, neurological rehabilitation, spinal cord injury rehabilitation, orthopaedic rehabilitation and orthotic and prosthetic services.

 

Statewide specialist ABI rehabilitation services

Acquired Brain Injury Unit - Royal Talbot Rehabilitation Centre

 

The Acquired Brain Injury Unit is a 14 bed statewide inpatient rehabilitation service for people with an acquired brain injury.  Individuals referred to the ABI Unit have complex cognitive and behavioural difficulties requiring specialised management in a secure environment.  Most individuals are referred from the acute hospital sector, but some people are admitted from the community for a short term 'rehabilitation boost' to address specific rehabilitation goals. 


Team Leader, ABI Unit

9490 7622

ABI.unit@austin.org.au

www.austin.org.au

 

Royal Talbot Rehabilitation Centre,

1 Yarra Boulevard Kew 3101

 

 

 

CBDATS

Community Brain Disorders Assessment and Treatment Service

Brain Disorders Program Victoria

CBDATS is a Statewide mobile consultative and treatment service providing support for adult consumers between the ages of 16 – 65, who experienced an acquired brain injury (ABI) or neurodegenerative disease and psychiatric disorder, including problems with behaviour management.

 

Manager, CBDATS

9490 7366

bebe.tan@austin.org.au

www.bdpv.org

 

CBDATS, Royal Talbot Rehabilitation Centre,

1 Yarra Boulevard Kew 3101

 

 

 

arbias Ltd

Acquired Brain Injury Assessment Unit ABIAU


Neuropsychological Assessments & Behaviour Management Strategies

If you (or a family member) have experienced a serious accident or neurological illness, such as a stroke or long-term alcohol abuse, you may have incurred brain damage that changes the way your brain works. Perhaps you are more forgetful or short-tempered than usual or perhaps you have trouble concentrating. You, your family or any member of your health care team, such as a general practitioner or occupational therapist, can refer you to a neuropsychologist for an assessment.

 

What is a Neuropsychological Assessment?

A neuropsychological assessment provides very detailed information about how a brain injury changes the way your brain works. Different areas of the brain manage certain physical abilities and cognitive functions – “cognitive” refers to our ability to think, learn, plan, remember, perceive and understand things. The assessment is conducted by a neuropsychologist, a psychologist with specialised training who understands how brain injury can affect your cognitive function, your behaviour and personality. Neuropsychologists are not medical doctors and are not able to prescribe drugs or undertake medical procedures.CThe neuropsychologist can structure the assessment specifically to address any of your concerns. The tests identify which areas of your brain are damaged and how that is likely to affect your ability to function in daily life. Neuropsychologists also suggest strategies to help you manage changes that concern you.

 

Do You Need an Assessment?

An assessment is useful:

  • If your diagnosis is unclear
  • To help design your treatment plan
  • To determine eligibility for compensation or services
  • To assist with planning educational programs and to assess eligibility for assistance in schools
  • To gather information about whether your skills are adequate to live alone, drive, manage your own legal or financial affairs

 

How Long will the Assessment Take?

Generally, interviews and tests take several hours but some assessments may need to be completed over several sessions. For example, some people may take longer to do the tests because of their difficulties with concentration, the effects of their medication or the need for breaks due to fatigue. Children may also find it difficult to concentrate for long periods of time.

 

What will the Results Show?

At the end of the session, the neuropsychologist may give you some general feedback about how you performed in the assessment. They will prepare a detailed, written report that may take a few weeks to deliver. With your consent, the report will be delivered to the health care professional who referred you, but you may also

request a copy of the report or a summary of the results. The report highlights areas of significant change in your abilities and suggests strategies to help you manage your daily life more effectively. It will also discuss any particular issues of concern raised by you, your family member or the referrer. If you have any difficulty understanding the report, call the neuropsychologist and ask them to explain it to you or make another appointment so they can go through the results with you. 


Referrals for a Neuropsychological Assessment can be directed to the number below.


Fees

The Department of Human Services (DHS) funds arbias neuropsychological Assessments for clients who live in the greater Melbourne metropolitan area. All referrals are made primarily for clinical, diagnostic &/or client management. Clients who are eligible for this DHS support will NOT be required to pay a fee for an assessment.

 

Arbias also operates a Private Clinic for clients who are not eligible for a DHS funded neuropsychological assessment. Fee scales available upon referral.

 

Enquiries around eligibility should be directed to the Manager ABIAU

Manager ABIAU

Phone 8388 1222

Fax 9387 9925

arbias@arbias.com.au

www.arbias.org.au

 

27 Hope Street,

Brunswick 3056

 

 


Life Supports

Acquired Brain Injury Specialist Counselling Service

 

Professional counselling support for adults, children and families affected by Acquired Brain Injury.

 

Services include:

  • Counselling & support in adjusting to life with an ABI
  • Trauma counselling
  • Grief & loss counselling
  • Family counselling
  • Relationship counselling
  • Parenting support
  • Sexuality counselling
  • Drug & alcohol counselling
  • Anger & behaviour management
  • Suicide prevention counselling
  • Secondary consultation to case managers

 

Community appointments available throughout Melbourne.

Approved TAC and WorkSafe Provider.

 

Free Acquired Brain Injury Counselling Sheets available on website.

 

Marcus Andrews

1300 735 030

info@lifesupports.com.au

www.lifesupports.com.au

 

Level 1,

401 Whitehorse Road,

Balwyn 3103

 

 

 

The Bouverie Centre – Victoria’s Family Institute

Specialist ABI Support Team

Established in 1984, The Bouverie Centre’s ABI team provides a state-wide specialist services to families and professionals dealing with Acquired Brain Injury resulting from situations such as accidents or illness. Core functions include direct counselling services to families, consultation and training services to professionals and research on family adjustment to ABI. The ABI team is funded by Disability Services of the Department of Human Services. The team consists of experienced family therapists specialising in the provision of support for families coping with ABI. The team relies on a mix of core funding and externally generated funds to support its activities. The Bouverie Centre’s ABI team is committed to supporting workers/agencies throughout Victoria to work more effectively with families coping with the impact of ABI.

A brochure outlining support services to ABI organisations and related services is available from the Bouverie Centre. Counselling is provided to families by experienced ABI team members.

 

Team Leader, Specialist ABI Support Team

Phone 9385 5100

Fax 9381 0336

bouverie.centre@latrobe.edu.au

www.bouverie.org.au

 

8 Gardiner Street,

Brunswick 3056

 

 

 

Yooralla

 

Independent Living Centre

The Independent Living Centre (ILC) is a statewide service of Yooralla that provides impartial information and advice on Assistive Technology to enhance the quality of life for people with disabilities across Victoria.

There are also Independent Living Centres in other Australian states. For further information please visit the National Website of Independent Living Centres http://www.ilcaustralia.org.au.

 

Independent Living Centre Services

The ILC has an extensive range of Assistive Technology for daily living on display. This Assistive Technology is displayed, as much as possible, in a functional setting, often within rooms designed to be accessible for people with disabilities. Assistive Technology can be demonstrated and advice obtained from Occupational Therapists or Physiotherapists with specialist knowledge in Assistive Technology and access. Visitors can also trial most products on site to determine which best suits their needs.

The ILC does NOT sell Assistive Technology, however supplier details and relevant service information can be obtained from staff.

ILC Brooklyn is our main display centre and is open to the public from 9.00am to 4.30pm, Monday to Friday. Although people can drop in at any time it is preferred that people call the telephone enquiry service beforehand. 

ILC Blackburn is our secondary, smaller display centre and is located at the MS Nerve Centre in Blackburn. This centre is open Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. Due to limited staffing we request that people call the ILC Brooklyn telephone enquiry service to schedule a visit between 9.00am and 4.30pm. 

Telephone Enquiry Service

Therapists at ILC Brooklyn provide a telephone information and advisory service between 9.00am and 4.30pm weekdays, Phone (03) 9362 6111. People may access this service by telephone, email or TTY and may request product information to be sent to them by mail, fax or email. 

Appointments

Where people require additional assistance to narrow down their Assistive Technology choices, ILC therapists can conduct assisted appointments at ILC Brooklyn only. These 90 minute sessions generally focus on complex areas of equipment such as, manual wheelchairs, powered wheelchairs, scooters and hoists. Assisted appointments can be booked by calling the ILC telephone enquiry service. Please note that at this time the ILC therapist will require information about the client such as, contact details, diagnosis, functional status, current Assistive Technology (if any) being used and details of their treating health professional.
An Interpreter can be arranged to be present during the appointment.
This service may be particularly useful for therapists wishing to upgrade / update their Assistive Technology knowledge
.

External therapists can use both ILC display centres to conduct non-assisted appointments. However, it is important to call the telephone enquiry service to confirm availability of Assistive Technology display areas.

Equipment Library

The Equipment Library is a service of the Independent Living Centre. This service provides short term hire of specialised Assistive Technology for children, families, carers and adults. 

Tours of Display Centre

Group tours of the ILC Brooklyn display centre are available for clients, carers, health professionals, students or others. Bookings are essential and can be made through the ILC telephone enquiry service. Group tours are not available at ILC Blackburn.

Database - ILC Australia

In collaboration with Comtec, the Victorian Continence Resource Centre, and Vision Australia Equipment Solutions, the Independent Living Centre and ComTEC maintains a comprehensive database of Assitive Technology available within Victoria. This database is called the ILC Australia Database.

Products are evaluated and recorded in an objective manner by the ILC therapists to assist clients, carers, health professionals and others to compare items and make an informed and appropriate selection.

For each item, the database provides the following:

  • A brief or full description;
  • Considerations for use;
  • Pricing and supplier contact information;
  • Details of relevant Australian Standards.

Most of this information is available on the ILC Australia Website (http://www.ilcaustralia.org.au). Should further assistance be required, please feel free to contact the ILC telephone enquiry service. Ph. (03) 9362 6111.

ILC Education (ILCEd)

The ILC provides a comprehensive statewide education program aimed at health professionals, carers and others.

Eligibility

Services provided by the Independent Living Centre are available to all members of the general public.

Referral and application

A referral is not required to visit the Independent Living Centre. However, it is preferred that people use the telephone enquiry service prior to dropping in.

Fees

Assistive Technology Display Drop In, Telephone Enquiry Service, Non-Assisted Appointments:

There is no fee for these services.

 

Assisted Appointments

Fee:        $30.00

TAC/Workcover: As per scheduled rate 

 

Group Tours Of Display Centre (clients/carers):

Tours conducted by ILC Therapist: No Charge

 

Group Tours Of Display Centre (Students/Non-professionals):

Conducted by referring organisation's adult educator: $44.00 (GST Included)
A non assist tour package is available on arrival.

General Tour Conducted by ILC Therapist: $99.00 (GST included)
This option is by negotiation and is designed for groups who would like to spend extra time on a specific product area such as hoists.

 

Group Tours of Display Centre (Professionals/Overseas Professionals)

Tour Conducted by ILC Therapist: $99.00 (GST included)

 

Contact:

9362 6111

1300 885 886 (Victoria Only)

Fax 9314 9825

ilc@yooralla.com.au

www.yooralla.com.au/ilc.php


705 Geelong Road,Brooklyn Victoria 3012

54 Railway Rd, Blackburn Victoria 3030

 

 


Alfred Health Caulfield Rehabilitation Hospital

Caulfield Community Rehabilitation

Caulfield Community Rehabilitation (CCR) is part of Caulfield Hospital's rehabilitation service. CCR consists of Centre-Based (CRC), Home-Based (Therapy In The Home) programs and the Falls Clinic. Clients are assessed for the most appropriate service/s to address their needs. Eligible clients are assisted by the health care team to work toward their goals following an illness or injury. An interdisciplinary approach guides a comprehensive individual and group treatment program.

Individual and group treatment programs are conducted by the experienced interdisciplinary team.

The CCR team includes:

  • Physiotherapy
  • Occupational Therapy
  • Speech Therapy
  • Social Work
  • Community Health Nursing
  • Dietetics
  • Allied Health Assistant
  • Rehabilitation Medicine

 

The program is supported by limited medical input.

 

Referrals are directed to Caulfield Access

Phone 9076 6776

Fax 9076 6773

nbest@cgmc.org.au

www.cgmc.org.au > Depts. & Services > Caulfield Hosp > Caulfield Community Rehab

 

Ashley Ricketson Centre

260 Kooyong Road Caulfield, 3162

 

 

 

Monash University Clinical Psychology Centre

The Headstart Program & Neuropsychology Clinic

 

The Headstart Program

Headstart is a fully funded program for people with traumatic brain injury and their families.

Headstart family groups include education, group problem solving, social networking and family discussion.

The aim is to strengthen family communication; make it easier to solve day to day dilemmas; make understanding brain injury easier; and get people back to having fun with others. This type of family-group program has been shown to improve mental health; reduce family stress; and increase vocational activity.

 

Who can join the program?

The Headstart program aims to assist people who have sustained a traumatic brain injury (TBI) as a result of a motor vehicle accident, fall, assault, sporting injury, or other cause of head injury; are over 17 years of age; and have a family member who would be interested in the program.

 

Who is involved?

The Headstart team consists of psychologists and neuropsychologists who are highly experienced in supporting people with TBI and their families.

The program has been funded by the Victorian Neurotrauma Initiative and is a collaboration between Monash University Clinical Psychology Centre, Epworth Healthcare, the Dandenong Division of General Practice and community support services for people with TBI.

 

Where is the program located?

The Headstart office is located at the Monash University Clinical Psychology Centre at 270 Ferntree Gully Rd, Notting Hill, Victoria 3168, Australia.

 

Southern Metropolitan Region
Headstart is currently conducting group sessions in the at the Notting Hill offices.

 

How can I get more information or make a referral?

We encourage all families living with brain injury to talk to our program staff about Headstart. We will explain the program, and answer your questions.

Further information about the program can be obtained by contacting the Headstart team on (03) 9501 2428.

 

Making a referral

Anyone can refer to the program.

You can make a telephone referral by calling (T: 03 9501 2428) and speaking to one of the Headstart team who will take the relevant details.

Alternatively, you can complete the referral form accessible via the website and then fax (F: 03 9501 2535) or post the form to Headstart

 

Headstart Coordinator

Phone 9501 2428

Fax 9501 2535

cpc@med.monash.edu.au

www.cpc.monash.org

 

Clinical Psychology Centre,

Omnico Business Centre

Building 1, 270 Ferntree Gully Road
Notting Hill,  VIC,  3168

 

 

 

Neuropsychology Clinic

The Neuropsychology Clinic is a new service of the Clinical Psychology Centre commencing in January 2009 and is operated by the School of Psychology, Psychiatry & Psychological Medicine at Monash University. It provides the community with low-cost and up-to-date assessment and management recommendations for cognitive difficulties and associated behavioural or emotional issues. The Clinic provides senior neuropsychology students in the Doctor of Psychology (Clinical Neuropsychology) course with opportunities to implement their knowledge and skills under the guidance of a senior Clinical Neuropsychologist supervisor.

All clinicians at the Neuropsychology Clinic are probationary psychologists, and the supervisor is a registered psychologist and member of the Australian Psychological Society College of Clinical Neuropsychologists. All clinicians adhere to the professional codes of the Australian Psychological Society and the Psychologists Registration Board of Victoria.

 

Clinical Neuropsychologists:

  • assess the nature of cognitive, and sometimes behavioural and emotional, changes that may have occurred as a consequence of developmental, acquired or degenerative conditions;
  • assess the effect of these changes on lifestyle and relationships;
  • assess capacity to return to previous activities such as study, work, driving or financial management; and
  • provide strategies to manage cognitive deficits.

 

Types of problems

Children, adolescents and adults may be referred for neuropsychological assessment of cognitive difficulties associated with a range of aetiologies, including:

  • neurological injury (e.g. traumatic brain injury, concussion, stroke, neurosurgery);
  • deteriorating cognitive function in older adults;
  • learning difficulties;
  • developmental difficulties

 

The Neuropsychology Clinic specialises in the assessment and management of cognitive changes associated with concussion. Following neuropsychological assessment and liaison with treating physicians and other therapists, clinicians can provide recommendations regarding the management of cognitive sequelae associated with concussion and return to previous activities.

 

Referrals

 

  • Health practitioners. Doctors and allied health professionals can refer clients requiring a neuropsychological assessment
  • General community agencies. Both government and non-government child and adult agencies across the state can refer clients for assessment and recommendations
  • Individuals and families. Anyone concerned about their cognitive (thinking) skills such as memory, attention, or planning and organizational skills can contact the clinic and inquire about arranging an assessment

 

Phone 9501 2428 or 9548 7011

Fax 9501 2535

cpc@med.monash.edu.au

www.cpc.monash.org

 

Clinical Psychology Centre,

Omnico Business Centre

Building 1, 270 Ferntree Gully Road
Notting Hill,  VIC,  3168

 

 

 

Commonwealth Rehabilitation Services (CRS) 

If you have a disability, injury or health condition and want to get or keep a job, CRS can help. They will work with you to manage the barriers you face in getting a job. CRS Australia is part of your local health community. They work with health professionals to get people with a disability, injury or health condition back to work.

 

1800 277 277

Email: Via ‘Contact us” > website

www.crsaustralia.gov.au

 

SMR LOCATIONS:

 

Cheltenham

44 Station Road                          

8543 4610

 

City South

Level 3,

627 Chapel St, Sth Yarra      

9815 8300         

 

Dandenong

Level 1, 228-234 Lonsdale St        

9293 4300

 

Narre Warren

Suite 3, 418 Princes Hwy                 

9293 3499

 

Frankston

Level 3, 454 Nepean Hwy                 

9293 7400

 

Rosebud

1703 Point Nepean Road                 

5950 3555