GP Referral Guide
Information for GPs considering community nursing or Support at Home services for a patient.
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Practical information for people, families and health professionals
We believe good care starts with good information.
Our resources provide practical guidance for people receiving care, families and carers, GPs, hospital teams and allied-health professionals. They explain Support at Home, community nursing, aged-care assessment and the practical steps involved in arranging care at home.
For health professionals
For health professionals
GP Resources
Hospital Resources
Hospital-to-Home Referral Guide
Practical information for discharge planners and hospital clinicians arranging support after discharge.
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Allied-Health Referral Guide
How community nursing and Support at Home services can complement allied-health recommendations.
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Community Nursing Referral Guide
What information to include when referring a patient for community nursing.
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For families and clients
Support at Home Guides
Understanding Support at Home
A simple explanation of the Support at Home program and how services can be arranged.
Read morePreparing for an Aged-Care Assessment
Information to help people prepare for conversations about their support needs.
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Community Nursing at Home
Understanding when community nursing may be appropriate and what services may be available.
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Returning Home After Hospital
Practical considerations when arranging support following hospital discharge.
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The information provided in these resources is general information only and is not intended to replace individual medical advice, diagnosis, assessment or treatment from a qualified healthcare professional.
Services, eligibility, funding and availability depend on individual circumstances and applicable program and service arrangements. If you have concerns about your health, contact your GP or treating healthcare professional. For a medical emergency, call 000.
SA Community Support is an Associate Provider of Vitalcare Support Pty Ltd, the registered Support at Home provider. Support at Home services provided by SA Community Support are subject to the participant's approved services and applicable registered-provider arrangements.
Make a referral
Referrals are made through our secure referral pathways. Choose the General or Professional Referral option that best describes you.