Barrabill House Public Sector Residential Aged Care Service (PSRACS) in Seymour is now refreshed and modern, giving residents access to the high-quality facility they deserve.
Barrabill House in Seymour is one of 171 PSRACS located across the state, offering Victorians an alternative to private aged care services.
Minister for Ageing Ingrid Stitt and Member for Northern Victoria Jaclyn Symes earlier this month unveiled the $3.17 million upgrade, which includes 10 new single rooms with ensuites and refurbished kitchen, dining, and lounge areas.
“It was great to be back at Barrabill House to see the completed upgraded facilities that I announced funding for back in 2018. Seymour Health is now caring for more residents in a home-like environment with more privacy and comfort,” Ms Symes said.
“It was wonderful to see the residents of Barrabill House enjoying the benefits of the new and upgraded facilities, and it’s clear they are already making a meaningful impact on their mental and physical health,” Ms Stitt said.
The new facilities have increased the capacity of Barrabill House to 40 residents, meaning more older Victorians in the Goulburn Valley can now benefit from quality care closer to home.
Barrabill House staff and community members have provided valuable feedback on the facility’s design to ensure it meets the needs of residents and staff alike, thanks to a unique ‘real life’ design experience.
The revamp of Barrabill House was made possible through the State Government’s flagship $350 million Regional Health Infrastructure Fund, supporting aged care and health services.
An additional $300,000 grant through the Department of Health’s Significant Facility Refurbishment redeveloped the facility’s outdoor space, improving accessibility, and incorporating a new central pavilion for residents to use in social and lifestyle activities.
Barrabill House also received $45,000 from the PSRACS Community Kitchen Garden Grants program, allowing residents to continue to engage in gardening.
