Services
Mental health nursing
At Senate Nursing, we are proud to be NDIS registered, offering a comprehensive array of care services delivered by our highly qualified and experienced staff, with a specialization in mental health nursing. Our dedication lies in providing exceptional mental health and forensic care, particularly for NDIS participants. We strive to empower those we serve to regain the ability to engage meaningfully in their personal and social aspirations.
Located in Clyde, we extend our services beyond the South Eastern suburbs of Melbourne to include the Casey, Cardinia, Frankston, Mornington Peninsula, Bass Coast, South Gippsland, Wellington, East Gippsland, Baw Baw, Yarra Ranges, and Latrobe City Shires.
You can count on us for 24/7 support, ensuring we are there whenever you need assistance. Our holistic approach allows us to cater to your individual needs through a variety of methods, including holistic, person-centered, and recovery-oriented strategies.
Our Mental Health Nurses collaborate closely with Psychiatrists, Psychologists, General Practitioners, Social Workers, Occupational Therapists, and Support Workers to deliver the continuous mental health support essential for your well-being.
Mental Health nursing
At Senate Nursing Services, we are dedicated to delivering exceptional mental health and forensic care, empowering individuals to regain their ability to engage meaningfully in their personal and social aspirations through:
- Monitoring mental health status, ensuring adherence to treatment plans and medications, and coordinating follow-ups with the Treating Team.
- Offering psychological support focused on developing non-pharmacological coping strategies while fostering hobbies and interests.
- Delivering psychoeducation tailored to individual treatment plans and risk management needs.
- Providing accommodation options that range from short-term respite to medium and long-term stays.
- Assisting individuals in maintaining sobriety. - Supporting the implementation and ongoing review of the Behaviour Support Plan (BSP).
- Facilitating the rebuilding of relationships with family members when appropriate.
- Ensuring continuous support from a Multi-disciplinary team, including contributions from a Consultant Psychiatrist, Psychologist, General Practitioners, Mental Health Nurses, Social Workers, Occupational Therapists, and Support Workers.
We assist individuals facing a variety of mental health challenges, striving to enhance their quality of life. Our focus includes:
- Depression
- Generalised Anxiety Disorder
- Schizophrenia/Psychosis
- Mood Disorders
- Post Traumatic Stress Disorder
- Neurodevelopmental Disorders
- Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
- Autism spectrum disorder (ASD)
- Cerebral palsy
- Intellectual disabilities
- Forensic care
What kinds of mental health nursing services are funded by the NDIS?
Individuals with long-term disabilities stemming from mental health issues may qualify to become participants in the NDIS. However, not everyone with a mental health condition will have a disability that meets the funding criteria of the NDIS. This program is specifically intended for those who face severe and enduring disabilities.
To gain access to the NDIS, individuals with mental health conditions must present evidence demonstrating that:
- Their mental health condition has led to challenges in their daily life, AND
- These challenges are likely to necessitate ongoing NDIS support, AND
- Their mental health issues have significantly impaired their ability to perform everyday activities.
It is important to note that the NDIS is not meant to replace community mental health services available through the healthcare system. Instead, the support offered by the NDIS is aimed at providing practical assistance for daily living and facilitating access to community services for participants with severe and long-term mental health disabilities.
