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GPs play a key role in assessing patients for frailty. If your patient shows even one sign, you can refer them to one of the Healthy Ageing programs.
Healthy Ageing Brochure for Clinicians (Online Version) | Healthy Ageing Brochure for Clinicians (Print Friendly) |
These fully funded healthy ageing programs can be accessed by Gold Coast Residents over the age of 65 or over *55 years if they are Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander. All participants require a referral from your General Practitioner or Allied Health Provider, who will assess their eligibility. Eligibility for each service is listed in the links below.
Bond University Allied Health (BUnyAH) Interprofessional Healthy Lifestyles Program
12-week intensive active lifestyle program developed by Bond University Allied Health Professionals. Includes gym membership for program duration.
Access the referrals here
P: 07 5595 3500
Mungulli Yarn and Walk Program
A weekly group-based walking and education program led by a multi-disciplinary team of health experts.
Referrals are accepted through Smart Referrals
E: gchfirstnationsrhpadmin@health.qld.gov.au
P: 1300 668 936
Frailty Care in the Community Program
4-6 months frailty management and prevention program in the community. Includes home visits when necessary.
The Frailty Care in the Community program is currently at full capacity and unable to accommodate new patients at this time. There is no estimated date for when appointments will be available for referred patients, and they will be added to a waiting list. GPs are encouraged to assess patient suitability for other PHN-funded frailty programs, or to access support in the community. |
Access the referrals here
E: frailtyprogram@painwise.com.au
P: 0412 32795
Seniors Events by City of Gold Coast
Active & Healthy by City of Gold Coast
Healthy Active Ageing: Resources for Seniors by Queensland Health
A practical guide and example are provided to identify patients at risk of frailty in Primary Care and to support healthy ageing initiatives as a CQI activity and for PIP QI and CPD purposes.
Identify patients with frailty indicators, thanks to Primary Sense’s new report, “Frailty Care Management.” With its user-friendly interface, the report makes it easier for staff to review and confirm a patient’s frailty status, ensuring they receive appropriate care.
To use the report and make the most of Primary Sense, we recommend watching this short video
A series of four articles on frailty, prepared by Dr Chris Bollen (MBBS MBA FRACGP FACHSM MAICD) Director of BMP Healthcare Consulting for the Gold Coast Primary Health Network as part of the frailty early intervention program.
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