The multi-million-dollar refurbishment of the BCHS Eaglehawk site is almost complete, with the Seymoure Street site set to open to clients from Monday, August 4.
BCHS CEO Mandy Hutchinson said it was an exciting time for staff and clients, who were looking forward to heading back home to the flagship site next month.
“It was a massive task to move out of our much-loved 46-year-old site in late 2023, but we’re sure everyone will agree the short-term shift has been worth it,” Mandy said.
“We now have a beautiful, fit-for-purpose building which will hopefully see us through the future decades of care in the suburb where community health first started in 1974.
“This major capital works project has been the biggest investment in community health in our history, and we can’t wait to share it with everyone.”
The new-look building has transformed the neighbourhood, thanks to its sleek, curved metal-clad façade and external landscaping.
“The design by EBD Architects really respects the suburb and adds to the local streetscape,” Mandy said. “And internally, it’s just as stunning.”
The building, constructed by locals Franklin and Walsh, features lovely, light-filled spaces of high ceilings and clerestory windows.
The clinical rooms are welcoming yet cutting edge. The allied health gym is fully equipped for our exercise physiology clients, and the community room will be available for hire.
As of August 4, the following services will be moving back to site:
- Medical practice – GPs and nurses
- Exercise Physiology & Physiotherapy
- Podiatry
- Visiting services including Chronic Disease Management, Counselling & Mental Health
- Family and Children’s Services
- Clinical Labs pathology
“Later in the year, when the weather warms up, we will be inviting everyone onsite to celebrate an official launch with a family-friendly event promoting health, wellbeing and community connections,” Mandy said.
“In the meantime, I would like to thank all of our staff, clients and partners for their grace and flexibility as we worked to improve access to and delivery of our Eaglehawk-based services.”
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