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Outreach Patients of the Clinic can be referred to the Outreach Service, and be assigned to an Outreach clinician who visits the patient in their home or residence. The service provides short-term support and problem-solving to help people during and after acute episodes of illness. Outreach also provides assistance for longer-term illnesses through motivational support, and lapse/relapse management. Outreach is often employed in collaboration with other treatment modalities (e.g. day programs) to offer the treating doctor and the patient a comprehensive and flexible plan of treatment. Albert Road Clinic Adult Inpatient and Outpatient Services The primary goal of the Outreach Service is to facilitate maximum recovery, via ongoing treatment, support and individual rehabilitation, which is provided in the home environment. This can help patients in their transition back home from hospital. It may also reduce the need for inpatient care. Each Outreach clinician has specialist clinical training in working with adolescents, and adults including the elderly. The Outreach Service operates Monday to Friday from 9.00am to 5.00pm (travel distance criteria apply). Enquiries For all enquiries about accessing services at Albert Road Clinic please call 03 9256 8322. Making a Referral Healthcare professionals should direct all referral enquiries to our EasyAccess Service via telephone 1300 251 243 from 8:45am to 4:15pm Monday to Friday. Albert Road Clinic 31 Albert Road Melbourne, VIC 3004 Telephone: 03 9256 8311 - Facsimile: 03 9820 9588 www.albertroadclinic.com.au About Albert Road Clinic Albert Road Clinic is an 80 bed private psychiatric facility located close to Melbourne CBD at 31 Albert Road, Melbourne. The Clinic is a specialist facility committed to excellent inpatient, day patient and outpatient psychiatric care, and provides a comprehensive range of assessment and treatment services. As a member of Ramsay Health Care, Australia’s largest private hospital operator, Albert Road Clinic embodies the Ramsay Health Care ethos of “people caring for people”; we demonstrate an uncompromising commitment to excellence. Adult Inpatient Services There are 67 dedicated inpatient beds at Albert Road Clinic to comfortably accommodate adult patients requiring acute psychiatric intervention including those with addictions. Adults with a range of emotional and psychiatric issues are admitted to an inpatient unit for a variety of interventions including pharmacological commencement and review, situational crisis recovery, and observation and monitoring. Adult Inpatient Services are offered in both Ellard Unit (38 beds) and Pathway Unit (14 beds). The Ramsay Unit (15 beds) specialises in the assessment, care and treatment of older adult patients (65 years and over). Each Unit provides programs focused on symptom management for people with a range of psychiatric conditions such as mood disturbance, anxiety disorders and psychosis. Treatments are aimed at stabilisation and recovery of acute psychiatric presentations and interventions. These include progressive and holistic treatment regimes combining medication, comprehensive group programs, individual counselling and psychotherapy, to ensure the best outcome for each patient. The environment is one of support and guidance, with a level of independence encouraged on the part of patients appropriate to their level of need and state of health. The Units are staffed by a multidisciplinary team of highly professional and compassionate practitioners which include psychiatrists, psychologists, nurses, social workers, occupational therapists and general practitioners. PARI (Psychosis and Related Issues) Group The PARI Group is designed to assist patients to cope with and minimise the impact of psychotic symptoms such as difficulties with thinking, concentration, motivation, and hallucinations. On arrival patients can expect a comprehensive quality service through: Addictions Rehabilitation Program The Addictions Rehabilitation Program is designed to assist patients to stop alcohol and other drug abuse and dependence, using an integrated model, including cognitive behavioural therapy. • A thorough initial assessment and care planning •An holistic approach to care – addressing physical, emotional, social and biological needs •A therapeutic program specific to diagnostic problem, incorporating: Skills based training, such as: – Communication skills – Anxiety management – Managing difficult emotions Activity groups, such as: –Exercise –Games Creative groups, such as: – Art Therapy •An environment that fosters self-reliance and selfresponsibility where patients are encouraged to be involved in all treatment discussions. Intensive Care Unit (ICU) Patients requiring closer supervision are cared for in an additional dedicated 3-bed Unit. Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT) Service Albert Road Clinic provides a leading ECT clinical, training and research service. The aim is to provide an individualised high quality service incorporating both long established and new techniques to optimise outcomes and minimise adverse effects. Adult Day Programs Adult Outpatient Services offer the following programs and services to assist patients aged 18 years and older who have difficulties with mood, emotions, personality issues and other mental health problems. Mood Disorder Program The Mood Disorder Program is designed to help patients with long-standing or complex difficulties with mood and anxiety which impede living an active and satisfying life. Addictions Relapse Prevention Program The Addictions Relapse Prevention Program offers ongoing support and therapy to prevent relapse to alcohol and drug abuse. Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) Program The Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) Program is designed to help people with difficulty regulating their emotions, tolerating distress and managing interpersonal difficulties. Life Skills Program The Life Skills Program is a holistic, flexible and supportive group therapy option designed to enhance wellbeing, maintain recovery, and address underlying difficulties. The SELF Group The SELF Group is designed for young adults who have emotional difficulties and are experiencing social isolation. Mindfulness Group The Mindfulness Group introduces elementary meditational skills which can be used effectively in the context of psychological or psychiatric issues. Anxiety and Stress Management Group The Anxiety and Stress Management Group teaches people techniques for managing panic, social anxiety, specific fears and generalised anxiety. Seniors Day Program The Seniors Day Program is aimed at supporting older patients to manage their illness and maintain an optimal level of health and independence.