Aged Care in Werribee

Getting older often brings more appointments, more medications and more people involved in your care. Good general practice keeps all of that connected. It also focuses on what matters most to you, whether that is staying in your own home, keeping up with the grandkids or simply feeling steadier on your feet.

Our GPs take the time older patients need. They are happy to include a family member or carer in the conversation.

Aged Care Services

• Annual health assessments for people aged 75 and over. A structured check of physical health, memory, mood, mobility, falls risk, vision, hearing and social support, covered by Medicare.

• Medication reviews. Checking that every medicine is still needed and that combinations are safe. A pharmacist-led Home Medicines Review can be arranged where helpful.

• Chronic condition care. Heart disease, diabetes, arthritis, lung conditions and others, managed under a care plan.

• Memory and cognition. Early assessment of changes, with referral for further testing when needed.

• Home visits. Available for patients who can’t easily get to the clinic. Ask our team about suitability.

• Help with aged care services. Referral to My Aged Care for an assessment of home support or residential care.

Working With Families and Carers

Many older patients rely on a partner, child or carer to help with appointments and medications. With your permission, your GP can involve them in discussions, explain changes and coordinate with specialists or allied health. Our physiotherapy and other allied health practitioners can help with strength, balance and recovery after illness.