WWHS delivers maternal child health services within Hindmarsh shire, and covers pregnancy care, post-birth care, child health checks and parenting support.
WWHS has confirmed it can offer the services across the whole of the Yarriambiack Shire footprint, and does not wish to change the structure of the current service delivery model.
“We acknowledge that providing health-related services is not our core function and recognise our region is home to a highly reputable and capable healthcare provider that can deliver superior quality services to our community,” Mrs Smith said.
“We are dedicated to ensuring that every child and family has access to consistent, high-quality early years health services that are essential for the development and well-being of children.
“To achieve this, we believe it is necessary to have a champion provider, supported by council, to deliver these crucial services.”
WWHS also offers the Hindmarsh Day Stay and Positive Parenting Centre that supports families with baby or toddler issues, including settling, sleep, feeding, development, and behaviour. WWHS chief executive Ritchie Dodds said the service also provided several allied health professionals.
“We have additional services for families, including speech therapists, occupational therapists, social workers, and early parenting practitioners. This enhances collaboration when supporting a family and child within the region,” he said.
Mr Dodds said Yarriambiack council staff would be retained, continuing to offer services in Minyip, Murtoa, Rupanyup, Warracknabeal, Beulah, Hopetoun, Patchewollock, Tempy, Yaapeet and Woomelang.
Council is seeking community feedback about the transition, which is proposed to occur by April next year.
People can submit feedback via the Have Your Say portal on council’s website, or post to Mrs Smith, Yarriambiack Shire Council, PO Box 243 Warracknabeal 3393 by January 20.
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