Anthony Schembri, Chief Executive, NSLHD; Shanan Noonan; Susan Pearce, Secretary, NSW Health; and Suzi Parker, Intellectual Disability Health Manager, cut the ribbon at the official opening
Intellectual Disability Health Service Clinic opens at RNSH The NSLHD Intellectual Disability Health Service (IDHS) Clinic has opened at Royal North Shore Hospital, relocating from Cremorne to a purpose-built, centrally located space on campus. The team was joined by Susan Pearce, Secretary, NSW Health, and Shanan Noonan, mother of Maggie, a client of the service, for the official opening. Anthony Schembri, Chief Executive, NSLHD, also attended. Anthony Schembri outlined the benefits of integrating the service within the hospital. “Being on campus means clients and families can access medical, health and support services all in one place, making care simpler and more connected,” he said. “We wanted the service fully embedded in care, making it easier for families to access the full range of services. Now, with the clinic on campus, teams can collaborate and provide coordinated care in one location.” Susan Pearce reflected on the importance of the new space. “Today’s opening is not just about a physical space,” she said. “It is about reaffirming our commitment to a health system that is more inclusive, more responsive, and more equitable for every person.” The IDHS team has operated in the district for six years, evolving from a pilot program and expanding its outreach across Northern NSW and Mid North Coast health districts, said Suzi Parker, Intellectual Disability Health Manager, Primary and Community Health. “The new clinic is bright, accessible, and designed to meet the complex needs of clients and families,” she said. Shanan highlighted the impact the service has had on her family. “This service makes a real difference. We’re no longer navigating the system alone. The team is right there with us, making care easier and more effective. People deserve access to a good service, and now they have it.”
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