Mental health
Non-acute specialist mental health community services
South Canterbury
Older adult / Kaumātua
Self referral, GP, DHB clinical services
The patient can be referred by their GP, other Doctors within the hospital, rest home managers, NGO's, family or self referral. Patients or their family can self refer by calling 0800 277 997.
The Psychogeriatric Nurse is the initial point of contact. Following an initial triage of referrals, arrangements are made for the assessment process at a suitable venue that is most convenient for the patient and family.
Following an initial comprehensive assessment, a treatment plan is generated to determine the best next step to assist the older person and family. Treatment plans can range in the following manner:
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