People in Kyogle, Bonalbo, Urbenville, and Nimbin are being asked to help shape their local health services all the way to 2041.
Northern NSW Local Health District (NNSWLHD) is developing a Multi-Purpose Services (MPS) Service Plan, and wants to hear from the communities that rely on them.
The four Multi-Purpose Services provide emergency department services, inpatient care, and community services, as well as residential aged care.
“Our MPS facilities play a central role in these communities, providing much needed aged care services as well as essential public health services all under one roof,” said NNSWLHD Chief Executive Tracey Maisey.
Ms Maisey said the plan was an important step in understanding and planning for local health needs now and into the future, as the region’s population grows and ages.
“We’re inviting our aged care residents who live in these facilities and their families, patients, community members, staff, Aboriginal communities, health partners and other stakeholders to share their experiences with the current services offered in Kyogle, Bonalbo, Urbenville and Nimbin, and where there may be opportunities for the future,” she said.
A Steering Committee has been set up to oversee the plan.
Locals can have their say through a short online survey, open now until Sunday, 22 November. Printed copies are available at the reception of each MPS.
Feedback will help shape the direction of the MPS facilities over the coming decade.
Expected to be completed by March 2027, the plan will guide planning for the region’s MPS network until 2041.
“If you live in these areas or have family members who use the services at our MPS facilities, we really want to hear from you,” Ms Maisey said.
Complete the survey at engage.nnswlhd.health.nsw.gov.au.
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