ECHUCA REGIONAL HEALTH (THE HOPWOOD CENTRE)

Location

The Hopwood Centre

Leichardt St, Echuca VIC 3564

Referral information

	(03) 5485 5801
	(03) 5485 5833

Services provided

Falls and Balance Program (2 sessions per week for 6-weeks)
Face-to-face
Telehealth

Available Staff

Physiotherapist
Occupational Therapist
Allied Health Assistant

Eligibility

1. Must have one (or more) of the following health problems:

Recent fall
History of falls
Risk of falls
Fear of falls
Vertigo/dizziness for investigation

2. Must live in one of the following areas:

Loddon Mallee and Murray Shire Council

3. Must have a referral from one of the following:

Hospital or community-based health professional
General Practitioner (GP)
Self-referral or referral from family members are accepted

Cost

The cost to attend the Falls and Balance Program is $10.20 per session.

Page Last Updated: November 2023

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