Empower selected to deliver group therapy program to RAC facilities

Empower Healthcare is commissioned by the North Western Melbourne Primary Health Network (NWMPHN) to deliver group therapy to RAC facilities.

What is the NWMPHN?

The NWMPHN is a government funded primary health network that supports health providers and organisations in the North and West of Melbourne. The aim is to deliver efficient, effective and accessible care. NWMPHN is operated by Melbourne Primary Care Network (PHN).

What service does Empower provide in partnership with NWMPHN?

Empower clinicians provide evidence backed falls prevention group therapy classes based on the Sunbeam Program. under this PHN funding. This Australian developed exercise intervention aims to improve the physical functioning of those most at risk of deconditioning and falls during COVID-19 restrictions.

During the pandemic, our clinicians continued to work with the people most affected by isolation due to restricted freedom of movement and reduced services across the sector. Restrictions and policies limited the implementation of group therapy and we saw the negative effects that had on the residents. We know how important exercise is and were proud to be able to bring this great program to more residents across Melbourne.

• increased access to allied health services
• improved overall health outcomes due to physical reconditioning
• more opportunities for social interaction and engagement.

• improved health outcomes and experiences for residents
• access to group therapy for residents at no cost
• increased awareness and access to allied health services within their facility
• strengthened relationships with allied health providers.

• increased capacity to deliver evidence-based group therapy programs to older adult populations
• opportunity to lead group therapy and contribute towards better health outcomes for RACF residents
• collection and contribution of robust data that can add to the evidence base and help inform future allied health funding models
• strengthened relationships with RACFs.

 Striving for Excellence

Empower is dedicated to delivering high quality healthcare services and meaningful outcomes in our community. Our skilled and committed clinicians are excited to continue their mission to improve the lives of aged care residents in partnership with NWMPHN and the Australian Department of Health and Aged Care.

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