South Western Sydney Local Health District

The Liverpool Health & Academic Precinct – Stage 1 redevelopment was recognised the Outstanding Health Project at the Western Sydney Leadership Dialogue's Boomtown! Project of the Year Awards. Stage 1 works of the total $830 million redevelopment include a new birthing unit, expanded neonatal intensive care unit, a new pathology department, additional medical imaging department, Emergency Department improvements, a new hospital entrance, outpatient and support services and a new pharmacy. Health Infrastructure Western Sydney Leadership Dialogue Simone Proft Adam Leto Emma Skulander Scott McGrath Sonia Marshall Andrew Paris #BoomtownAwards #HealthInfrastructure #HospitalOfTheFuture #ExcellenceInHealthcare

TODAY'S THE DAY! Liverpool Hospital's Birthing Unit has moved into its brand-new space on Level 2 of the new hospital building, the centrepiece of the new $830 million Liverpool Health and Academic Precinct. 🙌🎆 This exciting milestone marks the birth of a new era for Liverpool Hospital. We’re excited to welcome our community into this modern and spacious new unit as part of our ongoing commitment to delivering high-quality care to our mums and bubs! ❤️️ Health Infrastructure Lendlease Johnstaff NSW Government

The 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence (GBV) is an annual international campaign that takes place from November 25, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, to December 10, Human Rights Day. This campaign serves as a critical platform for raising awareness and mobilising action to combat the pervasive issue of gender-based violence, which affects millions globally. The 16 Days of Activism is not just a campaign; it is a movement that seeks to create a world where everyone can live free from violence and discrimination. By participating in this initiative, we contribute to a larger narrative of change that seeks to dismantle systemic inequality and build a future where gender-based violence is a thing of the past. Together, we can amplify our efforts and make a meaningful impact on the lives of those affected by violence. South Western Sydney Local Health District has a number of events planned including an Education Forum planned for the 3 December at Campbelltown Hospital.

Each year, the 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence commences on 25 November, and is an opportunity for us all to come together and raise awareness on this important issue. Come join us for an engaging and enlightening Education Forum as part of the 16 Days of Activism. Register now: https://lnkd.in/g5--TcU2 Taking place at the Macarthur Clinical School at Campbelltown Hospital, experts will discuss the importance of education in promoting gender equality and ending violence against women. Don't miss this opportunity to learn, share ideas, and be part of the change! #16daysofactivismagainstgenderbasedviolence #16daysofactivisim #genderbasedviolence #noexcuse

WONDERFUL MEMORIES! Our Welcome All Cultures Community Open Day was filled with joy and excitement as we showcased the new Liverpool Hospital building to our community. Thank you to everyone who joined us for this special event to celebrate the completion of the first stage of our hospitals redevelopment and made it a day to remember. Some of the highlights included amazing multicultural performances, guided tours, children’s face painting, and interactive community stalls. Take a look at the fabulous day! Lendlease Johnstaff Health Infrastructure

South Western Sydney Local Health District (SWSLHD) is seeking expressions of interest from candidates with expertise, knowledge or experience in relation to Aboriginal health for a position on our Board.   The SWSLHD Board consists of members, appointed by the Minister for Health, who play a pivotal role in setting the strategic direction and accountability for managing our public health services.   To apply, individuals need to complete an expression of interest, indicating relevant skills and experience and provide a current curriculum vitae by Wednesday, 18 December 2024.   Expressions of interest from Aboriginal people are strongly encouraged.   For information and to obtain an Expression of Interest form visit: https://lnkd.in/dq5Qhqw or call 1800 328 998. 

"Parenting+ facilitator training – Empowering Bilingual Community Educators and Multicultural Health staff" On Wednesday, we delivered a Parenting+ health literacy program to bilingual community educators, multicultural health staff and health care interpreters. The program embeds graded health literacy and shared decision-making skills across various health topics essential for new parents. 🌟 29 bilingual community educators, multicultural staff, and healthcare interpreters participate in the facilitator training program, representing over 20 languages! 🌍 The Parenting+ program is a collaborative effort between the Statewide Health Literacy Hub, University of Sydney, and Multicultural Health Services: Western Sydney LHD, Southwestern Sydney LHD and Hunter New England. Parenting+ will be delivered in-language across WSLHD, SWSLHD, and HNELHD, ensuring accessibility and inclusivity for all. Western Sydney Local Health District South Western Sydney Local Health District Hunter New England Local Health District Sydney Health Literacy Lab University of Sydney #ParentingPlus #HealthLiteracy #CommunityHealth #MulticulturalSupport #InLanguageProgram #InclusiveHealth

Last week we held our first Extreme Heat Forum, where District staff and our partners came together to discuss cool solutions for the upcoming summer.   It was a wonderful session where we considered the effects of extreme heat on individuals and our role as health professionals in spreading awareness to prevent ill health as much as possible. Thank you to everyone who attended, we're excited to take our learnings and turn into action! #extremeheat #coolsolutions #heatpreparedness Mandy Williams Theresa Isedale Khizar Ashraf Maria Beer

What an incredible day we had yesterday at the Campbelltown Arts Centre, where we launched our Health and Arts Strategy! This initiative is all about harnessing the power of creativity to enhance community wellbeing and foster inclusivity. It’s exciting to see how health and the arts can come together to break down barriers and create a more vibrant community. This strategy is the result of close collaboration between health and arts organisations. A huge thank you to everyone involved, including our staff, councils, partner organisations, artists, and community representatives. Your commitment is invaluable as we work towards a healthier and more vibrant future for South Western Sydney. Fairfield City Council Campbelltown City Council Camden Council NSW Australia Casula Powerhouse Arts Centre Campbelltown Arts Centre #Bankstown Arts Centre Western Sydney University Outloud PYT Fairfield

🏆 Congratulations to the winners of our 2024 Quality Awards!🏆 This year's winners of the People and Culture Award are the District Palliative Care and Interpreter Service for their project to improve integration of interpreters in Palliative Care Setting. Using a multi-stage education program along with clinician reminders, the team has improved pre-briefing process for interpreters in palliative care and cancer settings. The program implemented the best practice of pre-briefing when working interpreters to establish a shared understanding before a consultation, including the context, objectives and cultural considerations. The project has empowered clinicians to collaborate with interpreters to enhance care for patients who require interpreter support.