Omeo District Health provide four Acute Care beds for General Medical Care.

Lewington House is co-Located at the Omeo District Health Service Facility. The surrounding gardens and living areas add to the homelike atmosphere of Lewington House.

Omeo District Health provides a range of Allied Health services including Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, Podiatry, Speech Therapy and others. Some are delivered from ODH or community settings, including consumer's homes.

Blood and pathology collection is available at the Omeo Medical Centre, by appointment only.

Omeo District Health Statement of Commitment to Child Safety

The Community Health Centre, formerly known as the Omeo Medical Centre offers the following services: - Medical - Allied Health - Nursing

Community Transport assists in the transport needs of elderly, frail aged or disabled people. A pool of volunteer drivers takes eligible clients to medical appointments.

Chronic diseases are long lasting conditions with persistent effects. Their social and economic consequences can impact on peoples’ quality of life. Chronic conditions are becoming increasingly common and are a priority for action in the health sector. Many people with chronic conditions do not have a single, predominant condition, but rather they experience multimorbidity – the presence of 2 or more chronic conditions in a person at the same time.

The Royal Flying Doctor Service is now the ongoing dental provider to the Omeo region. In partnership with Omeo District Health (ODH), Dental Health Services Victoria (DHSV) and the Australian Dental Association Victoria (ADAVB), the Flying Doctor provides all eligible residents in the Omeo catchment area with no cost dental treatment.

Omeo District Health strives to be an organisation that is accessible in all ways.

The home based nursing team provides a range of nursing services to people of all ages living in the community. The aim is to improve and restore quality of life and to maintain an optimal level of health and independence.

Family violence is a health issue that affects people across the lifespan. It predominantly affects women and children. Omeo District Health recognises that hospitals and health services have a key role in identifying and responding to family violence.

Although patient medical records remain the property of the hospital, they can be accessed under the Freedom of Information Act, 1982.

A gymnasium is available for community members on site at Omeo District Health. Some exercise classes are also delivered from the community gym for different age groups.

The Harvest Exchange is an informal produce share opportunity that promotes the pooling of produce – inviting everyone to share it. No money is exchanged. This is a community program that focusses on creating better access to fresh produce locally and promotes opportunities for people to eat healthier. This program also enables community connections and pride in growing your own produce.

The Home Care program is aimed at assisting frail aged people, people with disabilities and their carers to remain living independently at home in a community setting.

Omeo District Health offers a range of support services provided in home and community locations that aim to assist frail aged people and younger people with disabilities to remain living independently in the community.

Omeo District Health is committed to providing infection prevention and control systems using a risk management framework that supports safe practices and environments for all of its employees, volunteers, residents, patients and visitors.

The purpose of the Lifestyle Co-ordination team is to promote the quality of life for the residents of Lewington House at Omeo District Health. The size of our facility offers a unique environment for our residents, providing opportunities that tailor for individual needs as well as group sessions. Our Lifestyle program offers a range of activities and experiences which include mental and sensory stimulation, physical activity, arts and crafts, local sightseeing drives, as well as activities that promote social interaction among residents, family, friends and community members.

Omeo District Health provide freshly cooked, sealed and delivered as requested by client. Soups and desserts are main onsite at ODH.

A Men’s Shed facility has been established on the shared site of the Omeo Country Fire Authority. The purpose of the Men’s Shed is to provide a venue for a range of community based activities that support and promote Men’s Health.

There are around 4.3 million Australians who have a disability. Within the next five years the NDIS will provide an estimated 500,000 Australians who have permanent and significant disability with funding for supports and services.

Services enable people experiencing injury, illness, developmental delay or the effects of ageing to maximize independence, wellbeing and quality of life.

The Social Support Group operates every Tuesday and is run by Home Based Services Team at Omeo District Health.

Omeo District Health ensures that the privacy of Patient / Resident / Client sensitive information is protected and maintained at all times.

Account payments by phone or on the internet.

The service provides clinical assessment and treatment of various musculoskeletal, neurological and cardio-respiratory conditions; rehabilitation following surgery, education on management of conditions and development of personal exercise programs. This service is led by a Physiotherapist and supported by an Allied Health Assistant.

The services of a visiting qualified podiatrist are available for appointments quarterly at Omeo District Health.

Omeo District health has established a Procurement Framework that provides guidelines and protocols for conducting any procurement activity.

Respite Care assists frail aged and people with disabilities to remain at home and in the community by providing carers, including parents, spouses and family members, with a break from their caring responsibilities.

Rights and responsibilities of consumers and service providers.

Omeo District Health provides inpatient care in several wards and departments. Our Nurses are essential to ensuring quality and safe care.

A student from the local community, that has successfully gained entry into an approved course to undertake training in a health related discipline.

The speech pathology service is provided currently through Seven Senses Therapy Services.

SHINE is an acronym for Supporting Health In New Events “SHINE” fundraising auxiliary consists of a small group of volunteers who work enthusiastically to raise funds for the purchase of equipment for the direct benefit of patients and residents at Omeo District Health and Lewington House.

Omeo District Health have access to the Health Direct portal for conducting telehealth with patients.

The Transition Care Program (TCP) provides short term care and services for older people (and sometimes younger people) after they leave hospital.

Omeo District Health Urgent Care Centre is available 24 hours a day 7 days a week.

ODH – Youth Services aims to provide accessible services to young people aged between 12-25, within the Omeo/Swifts Creek Region.