COMMUNITY HEALTH & WELLBEING

Mental Health Services

The Cleve and Districts Mental Health and Wellbeing group was established in September 2015 by passionate people drawn together and enthusiastic in building a stronger and healthier community. The volunteer group wants to provide health promotions and initiatives which will increase community awareness of mental illness and improve mental, social and emotional wellbeing for all. Check out their facebook page or Council's upcoming events page to stay up to date with their latest information, events and workshops!

For more information on counselling and mental health services, please make an appointment at Mid Eyre Medical on (08) 8628 2003.

Physical Health Services

NJF Wellness

NJF Wellness provide Exercise Physiology services to Cleve and the surrounding community. Leah Forrest, Clinical Exercise Physiologist works out of the new Gym Works Cleve facilities, which is equipped with some fantastic equipment. Accredited Exercise Physiologists (AEPs) are university qualified allied health professionals equipped with the knowledge, skills and competencies to design, deliver and evaluate safe and effective exercise interventions for people with acute, sub-acute or chronic medical conditions, injuries or disabilities.

Some pathology domains include:

  • Cardiovascular
  • Metabolic
  • Neurological
  • Musculoskeletal
  • Cancers
  • Kidney health
  • Respiratory / Pulmonary
  • Mental Health

Services available:

  • 1:1 sessions bulk billed through a GP referral / Care plan for those with a chronic condition
  • Type Two diabetes bulk billed 9 week program through a GP referral
  • Department of Veteran Affairs Bulk billed services through a GP referral
  • Private (Patients are able to access substantial rebates with the majority of health funds)
  • NDIS Currently self funded clients only
  • Work cover / third party insurance
  • Mat based Pilates

For more information, speak to your GP or contact us at kate.receptionnjf@gmail.com.

Cleve Gym Works

Cleve Gym Works is a 24/7 community gym, run by a committee of volunteers. The gym provides a space for fitness and healthcare specialists to practice within our community, as well as catering for fitness enthusiasts of all capabilities. The Cleve Gym Works facility uses a swipe card system with visitor cards available for $20 + $25 weekly gym pass (or $10 per casual visit). Visitors can collect a form from the Council Office and return it, completed, to Council. Forms can also be downloaded at the link below. A temporary swipe card will then be arranged.

Payment details can be found on the form and must be made before receiving the swipe card. Download the membership forms here.

For more information, contact Ben Shannon on 0427 992 986 or Georgie Nagel on 0432 781 012.

West Coast Homecare

West Coast Homecare is a provider of in-home aged care and disability support services. Our people live local, work local, know local. Through a network of trusted home care professionals, West Coast Homecare offer a range of services to support people to continue the lifestyle they enjoy in their own home and community. West Coast Homecare’s role is to connect people to appropriately skilled service providers and businesses that deliver safe and quality services based on individual choices. West Coast Homecare facilitate the delivery of services, assist in managing funding allocations and support access to preferred service providers through the following programs:

  • Commonwealth Home Support Program (CHSP)
  • Home Care Package (HCP)
  • National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS)
  • Home and Community Care for people with disabilities under 65 years of age

People living in Cleve, Cowell, Kimba or the surrounding areas are welcome to visit the Cleve office or call 08 8628 2870 to make an appointment at the office or in their home.

For more information visit www.westcoasthomecare.com

Cari's Coaching & Counselling

Cari Schuster offers the following services in the Cleve district:

  • Intuitive coaching
  • Counselling
  • Mentoring
  • Meditation Guidance
  • Reiki Healing

For more information or appointments, please contact Cari directly on 0428 282 503, email ask@carischuster.com.au or visit her website www.carischuster.com.au