The Glen Innes Health Hub, operated by Rural Fit has announced its first service provider, HealthBright.
Opening in March, the Glen Innes Health Hub will change how regional and rural communities’ access essential health services.
Rural Fit Managing Director, Andrew Mahony said the partnership with HealthBright will allow the Glen Innes community to access online therapy, counselling, psychiatry and employee assistance programs.
“We’re thrilled to be partnering with HealthBright to deliver high quality, accessible and affordable mental health programs which support to the local community,” Mr Mahony said.
“One in five Australians experience a mental illness in their lifetime. The Glen Innes Health Hub’s first partner, HealthBright will open up a world of choices for specialist treatment, all from the convenience and comfort of Glen Innes.”
HealthBright CEO, Sarah Richardson, said HealthBright’s goal is to improve the mental health of all Australians no matter their situation.
“By offering high quality, accessible, and affordable online mental health support we’re removing common barriers Australians face in accessing support such as cost and where they live,” Ms Richardson said.
“HealthBright is a hub of digital mental health clinics, providing quicker and more convenient access to care for all Australians. Our telehealth services are available within days or weeks, rather than months.
“We’re thrilled to be partnering with Rural Fit to help deliver essential health services to the local community at the Glen Innes Health Hub.”
The design and implementation of the Glen Innes Health Hub on Grey Street (former Westpac Bank building) will allow patients to access information and education with ease, all from one central location.
The Glen Innes Health Hub: a Better Health for the Bush Initiative delivered in partnership by the PHN and Rural Fit.
Additional partners will be announced in the coming weeks.
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