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A reflective youth mental health and wellbeing journey lands at Bayside Health Peninsula

The Bayside Health Peninsula Infant, Child and Youth Mental Health and Wellbeing Service is proud to publish its new ‘Discharge Passport’, an innovative and interactive journal for young people transitioning from our services to the broader community. Led by Senior Youth Consumer Consultant Melissa Keller-Tuberg, the Discharge Passport has been developed through a true co-design …

What is Malnutrition? A Q&A with Bayside Health Peninsula’s Dietetics Team

Malnutrition doesn’t have a single, universally accepted definition, but is generally recognised as a condition caused by insufficient intake of energy and protein to meet the body’s needs. This can lead to various issues, including unintentional weight loss, muscle and fat wasting, reduced functional ability, and worse overall clinical outcomes.   Malnutrition is notably common in …

Join a legacy of Pinkies past and present

Take a stroll down memory lane with our Pinkies, Bayside Health Peninsula’s longest-running volunteer group. The Pink Ladies Auxiliary Group has been a cornerstone of our health service for over 50 years. Since their inception in 1968, the Pinkies have impressively raised more than ten million dollars for Bayside Health Peninsula. Are you interested in …

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Monash University Recognises Inspiring Educator Award Recipients

Congratulations to Bayside Health Peninsula Dietitian Gemma Bourke and Health Promotion Practitioner Anneliese Twigg, who have both received Inspiring Educator Awards from Monash University. Nominated by Monash University students, Gemma and Anneliese were recognised for their outstanding contributions to education and student mentorship. Gemma received the University Educator Award for her exceptional supervision of Dietetics …

Bayside Health Peninsula’s At Home Initiative Further Advances Care For Older People

The At Home initiative has enhanced care for older people across Frankston and the Mornington Peninsula, by introducing comprehensive services directly into the community.  Bayside Health Peninsula is now strengthened with a specialised geriatrician as part of the At Home Clinical Response Service, significantly improving the quality of care for older residents. This service supports people to manage complex …

Faces of Bayside Health Peninsula: Cindy Siggs

Committed to advocating for patients with cancer, Clinical Nurse Specialist Cindy Siggs is helping ensure they receive the best care and support throughout their treatment journey. “After completing my university studies, I found myself unsure about which career path to pursue,” shares Cindy. “When the chance to join Bayside Health Peninsula presented itself, I embraced …

Celebrating Our People’s Values Awards 2024

On Wednesday 28 August, we came together to celebrate our people, especially those who have exemplified our organisational values across the past 12 months.   Our values of Be the Best, Be a Role Model, Be Collaborative, Be Compassionate and Respectful, and Be Open and Honest are the foundation of how we work together to achieve …

Caring for the carers: Innovative new program supports mature carers

An innovative pilot program of the National Centre for Healthy Ageing (NCHA), a partnership between Monash University and Bayside Health Peninsula, is providing much-needed support for older Australian carers. In an Australian first, the Carer Health and Wellbeing Service, led by Monash University Rehabilitation, Ageing, and Independent Living Research Centre (RAIL) and clinical leaders from Bayside …

A dip in the bay for cancer services across the Peninsula

What began as an offhand remark has led to a group of doctors, nurses, support staff and consumers taking an icy plunge into Port Phillip Bay in an effort to raise funds for Bayside Health Peninsula’s Take a Break for Cancer appeal.   Nine keen dippers made the mad dash into the water on Thursday …

Cultural Immersion Tours – Enriching Staff Understanding of Aboriginal Heritage

Throughout July and August, our health service hosted several Cultural Immersion Tours.  These tours offered a unique and authentic insight into Aboriginal culture, history, and practices, enabling staff to experience the rich heritage and traditions of the local Aboriginal community on the Mornington Peninsula.  Each session provided opportunities to learn, reflect, and engage in meaningful …

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