Help shape the Byford Health Hub
Expressions of interest from a range of key stakeholders are now being sought in the development of the Byford Health Hub (BHH).
The idea of a planned Hub was first announced by the State government in February this year to support the fast growing Shire of Serpentine-Jarrahdale community.
While still in its infancy, the BHH is a great opportunity to develop an integrated care model that focuses on preventative health care that addresses the increase in chronic health conditions and mental health issues, relieves pressure on hospitals and ultimately improves patient experience and outcomes.
As a step forward in the planning process, two governance groups were instigated recently – the EMHS Byford Health Hub Interagency Steering Committee and Project Reference Group.
To ensure the BHH is representative of the needs of the whole community, members of the community and potential consumers, service providers and clinicians, are now being asked to put forward their views and help shape this exciting project.
Expressions of interests are being sought for the two Advisory Groups –
- EMHS Byford Health Hub Community and Consumer Advisory Group EOI form which can be found here
- EMHS Byford Health Hub Service Provider and Clinician Advisory Group EOI form which can be found here.
BACKGROUND
The Shire of Serpentine-Jarrahdale approached the WA Department of Health and EMHS to consider the future development of and need for health services in the area.
Subsequently, the Shire engaged an independent consultancy to undertake a pre-feasibility study which EMHS contributed to along with Child and Adolescent Health Service (CAHS), the WA Primary Health Alliance (WAPHA) and the Peel Development Commission. The preferred health hub model identified provides for combined physical health and social health services where multiple health providers share a tenancy and offer clients/patients a single-entry point utilising a shared care model.
The BHH is in line with the recommendations of the Sustainable Health Review sets directions to drive a cultural shift away from acute hospital-based care to prevention and seamless access to services at home and in the community.
“This is a unique opportunity to shape a shared approach to joining up health and social services which can positively impact the health and wellbeing of the community. It will also support broader social and economic development in partnership with the community, for the community,” EMHS Byford Health Hub Project Reference Group Chair / Executive Director Clinical Service Strategy & Population Health Joel Gurr.