With an array of exciting activities, delicious food, and prizes to be won, Mornington Community Health was recently transformed into the unofficial ‘Royal Melbourne Show’ for members of the Acquired Brain Injury Social Support Group. The room was decorated from top to bottom with carnival memorabilia, interactive games, and even a faux petting zoo, creating …
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Celebrating Research 2024
Peninsula Health proudly hosted our annual Celebrating Research event this week, themed ‘Rehabilitation for Every Age: Towards Innovation in Models of Care.’ Three captivating days included awards for exceptional research presentations and scientific posters, engaging talks, valuable networking opportunities, and the highly anticipated ‘Great Debate’. These sessions reinforced the dynamic research culture at Peninsula Health …
Dr Cathleen Aspinall: Celebrating Research Excellence at Peninsula Health
During Celebrating Research week, we’re emphasising the critical role of research at Peninsula Health and recognising the groundbreaking work of our researchers in advancing healthcare. One individual making a significant impact on the future of research at our health service is Dr Cathleen Aspinall, Peninsula Health’s newly appointed Associate Professor of Nursing and Midwifery Research. …
Rotary fund vital new equipment for Women’s Health Unit
The Women’s Health Unit at Frankston Hospital now has a state-of-the-art portable ultrasound machine thanks to the generous support of local Rotary Groups. The Rotary Club of Somerville-Tyabb, Rotary Club of Frankston and Rotary Club of Mt Eliza pulled together to raise $26,200 to purchase this life-saving piece of medical equipment. “The new ultrasound machine …
A Legacy of Compassion and Care
After an impressive 44-year nursing career, including 15 years at Peninsula Health, Breast Care Coordinator Rhonda is set to celebrate her final day tomorrow as she embarks on her well-deserved retirement journey. Rhonda joined Frankston Hospital in 2009 after relocating from the United Kingdom, where she began her nursing career at the age of 18, …
Connection – Spring Edition 2024
We are delighted to present to you our Spring Edition of Connection, with a new look and format that enables us to better communicate with our donors. We hope you enjoy reading about our latest projects that our generous community has helped bring to life.
Steph Binder: Leading the Charge for Women in Footy
Peninsula Health Senior Exercise Physiologist Steph Binder is no stranger to the world of footy. When she’s not treating patients, she splits her week as an assistant coach for Hawthorn’s AFLW team. In August, Steph was awarded the 2024 AFL Coaches Association Women’s Coaching Pathway Scholarship. Established in 2019, this scholarship aims to support the …
2024 Annual General Meeting and Community Forum
Our 2024 Peninsula Health Annual General Meeting (AGM) and Community Forum was held of Thursday 5 December, 2024. The AGM provided an opportunity for everyone across the Frankston and Mornington Peninsula region to provide feedback on our services and to be part of shaping our exciting future. At the community forum, all attendees had the …
Significant works to residential community mental health and wellbeing unit finished
The $1 million refurbishment of Peninsula Health’s Community Care Unit (CCU) is now complete, with significant renovation works to the nine residential units and administration area of the facility. “This is fabulous news for Peninsula Health, and in particular our local community who are the beneficiaries of this significant investment,” says Kate Andrews, General Manager, …
Faces of Peninsula Health: Chantelle Pollard
The Chemotherapy Day Unit at Rosebud Hospital provides cancer treatments in a safe, professional, and compassionate environment, serving patients from across the Mornington Peninsula. At the heart of this vital service is Associate Nurse Unit Manager (ANUM) Chantelle, whose leadership and dedication are essential for the unit’s smooth and compassionate operation. “As the ANUM, I …