The newly renovated child and youth health wing and reception area have been unveiled at Sunbury and Cobaw Community Health’s Macedon Street location.
Sunbury MP Josh Bull recently opened the new wing on Monday, August 4, which was made possible through a $3 million grant through the state government.
Chief executive David Wild said the works took six months to complete.
“We’ve launched our refurbishment, (which includes) new offices that are specifically designed to engage young people, families, and communities to better deliver services to the Sunbury and surrounds area,” he said.
“It’s a real celebration of community health services around growing and stabilising its impact for the community in which we serve.”
Designed and constructed by Melbourne-based ODC Design, features of the new space includes a family-friendly waiting area with a fish tank, engaging play equipment with a large felt tree, as well as a new carer’s room and a quiet space for those wanting a private room for prayer or mediation.
The design also includes new colourful play therapy spaces, a new open plan office for program staff, and telephone rooms for clinicians to conduct telehealth appointments.
“Our aim was to create a welcoming and warm entry point for community members visiting our service where everyone feels valued,” Mr Wild said.
“We have received lots of positive feedback from clients, especially our younger cohort who have loved exploring the new space.”
Mr Bull cut the ribbon on the new space, alongside staff and board members, and took a tour of the new facilities to meet with clients and staff who are benefiting from the project.
“Sunbury Cobaw Community Health is an organisation that has served our community with passion, dedication and care for many years,” he said.
“I am so proud to have been given the opportunity to advocate for, and ultimately provide this well-deserved funding, to ensure that Sunbury Cobaw’s service delivery will continue to benefit local families for years to come.
“Thank you for the incredible team at Sunbury Cobaw for their vision, and their patience, transforming this significant community space.”
