Tag: elsie’s retreat
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CENTRAL COAST HOSPICE BUILD TO BEGIN BY END OF YEAR
For too long, Central Coast residents nearing the end of their life have had to travel to Sydney or Newcastle for a hospice bed. On Thursday, the state government committed to start building a palliative care unit at Gosford Hospital, by year’s end.
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CENTRAL COAST HOSPICE PUSH CONTINUES AMID PANDEMIC
The push for a standalone hospice on the Central Coast has been delayed by the pandemic. But proponents of a facility known as Elsie’s Retreat say the crisis has pushed the issue into the spotlight, arguing those nearing their end of life are worried they may get sicker, without a specialised facility.” It’s important people…
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DISCUSSIONS UNDERWAY FOR ELSIE’S RETREAT
The push continues for a stand-alone hospice on the Central Coast, with the state health minister recently signalling his support. But no cash promises have been made just yet.
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STAFFING UNCERTAIN FOR $20M HOSPICE PLEDGE
The NSW Labor party’s failed election campaign may have jeopardised a standalone hospice promised for the Central Coast. Its federal colleagues pledged to build the $20 million facility but state staffing is now in question.
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LABOR UNVEILS HOSPICE BID FOR COAST
Labor is pledging to staff and build a $20 million standalone palliative care facility on the Central Coast. But there’s a catch: the party will need to win both state and federal elections to make it a reality.
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HOSPICE PUSH CONTINUES ON CENTRAL COAST
Many Central Coast residents nearing the end of their lives are still having to journey outside the region to access a hospice. The Central Coast Local Health District says its focus is on improving other services, as the push for a stand-alone facility close to home, continues.