Implementation and evaluation of a student-led rehabilitation and lifestyle service for people with chronic and disabling conditions in Cape York (Old ID 26301)

Far North Queensland Hospital Foundation
Ruth Barker
Role

Collaborator

Description

This project will evaluate the implementation of a student-led rehabilitation and lifestyle service for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people living in Napranum and Weipa in partnership with Torres and Cape Hospital and Health Service (TCHHS) and Apunipima Cape York Health Council (ACYC). This research is expected develop a sustainable service model that is valued by people experiencing chronic and disabling conditions and their families living in Napranum and Weipa communities.

Date

01 Feb 2019 - 31 Dec 2019

Project Type

N/A

Keywords

Rehabilitation;Indigenous;Health Services;Allied Health;Student;Chronic Disease

Funding Body

Far North Queensland Hospital Foundation

Amount

24800

Project Team

Robyn McDermott;Ruth Barker;Lynore Geia