Blayney and surrounding communities are benefitting from new and enhanced aged care and hospital services, with the first stage of the Blayney Multipurpose Service commissioned recently and residents moved in.
Stage 1 includes a new residential aged care wing featuring single rooms with private bathrooms, additional inpatient beds and chair-based services with space for future expansion.
A comprehensive, coordinated relocation prior to opening ensured a smooth transition for staff and health services, as well as for aged-care residents who are enjoying more contemporary, comfortable and home-like rooms and facilities.
Aged-care residents and their families were invited to tour the new areas of the facility prior to moving in and the opening, following a Community Walkthrough which welcomed more than 100 people.
The next phase of the project will now focus on demolition of the existing buildings and construction of the facility's new HealthOne, reception, entry, waiting room, staff area and ambulatory zone. Construction is expected to be complete in 2027.
The Blayney Multipurpose Service (MPS) redevelopment is being delivered in stages to ensure the community can continue to access the same level of clinical services, including those in the existing facility, without impact while construction is undertaken.
The Blayney MPS redevelopment is being delivered by Health Infrastructure and Western NSW Local Health District, in partnership with Taylor Construction Group.
For more information on the project, visit the Blayney Multipurpose Service Redevelopment website.
Quotes attributable to Minister for Regional Health Ryan Park
"This is a significant milestone for this project and the community. It brings the people of Blayney and its surrounding areas closer to having the new and modern Multipurpose Service they need and deserve.
"The opening of the first stage of the redevelopment strengthens local health services significantly, and ensures residents can access care close to home in a modern, purpose-built facility.
"The Minns Government is delivering the health services regional communities need and deserve."
Quotes attributable to Labor Spokesperson for Bathurst Stephen Lawrence
"It's fantastic to see the first stage of the Blayney MPS redevelopment open for aged care residents and patients.
This an exciting step and a proud moment for the health service and the whole community.
"The new areas of the MPS are impressive and will help the dedicated staff continue delivering the exceptional care they're known for. I'm excited to see the project continue to progress, and to see the finished product when complete."
Quotes attributable to Blayney Health Service Manager Kathleen Hillier
"It has been really exciting the see our aged care residents moving into their new rooms and enjoying a new level of comfort, we worked incredibly hard to make sure the new aged care wing felt far more like home.
"Staff, aged care residents and their families were all involved in the planning and design of this stage of work, which was important to make sure the new facility was tailored to their needs now and as years go on.
"Our community can expect to see plenty of activity on the next phase of works soon, but I know even this initial stage will make a huge difference to the experiences of not just our aged care residents, but also our staff, patients and families as well."
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