Community Advisory Committee
GV Health is seeking applications for six new members to join its Community Advisory Committee (CAC) commencing in June 2024.
The CAC is made up of twelve community members, along with representatives from the GV Health staff and Board, and is an official GV Health advisory committee reporting to the GV Health Board.
CAC members provide a vital community and consumer voice to the GV Health Board, to help improve health and wellbeing outcomes and experiences for people in the GV Health catchment area.
Members are appointed on a voluntary basis for a term of three years, CAC meetings are held bi-monthly, with a total of six meetings each year.
Applicants must be over 16 years of age, and may be current, previous or potential patients of GV Health, or be a carer or family member of someone who uses GV Health’s services.
If you’re interested in becoming a member, contact GV Health’s Consumer Experience team at ConsumerPartners@gvhealth.org.au or on 03 5832 2258.
Can’t commit to the CAC? Become a Consumer Partner instead!
GV Health’s Consumer Partners provide GV Health with valuable consumer input that supports the ongoing development, planning and evaluation of the health service. Members come from diverse backgrounds and give voice to consumer perspectives, such as:
- Highlighting current consumer and community health priorities
- Focusing on positively influencing the patient experience
- Helping GV Health to plan, deliver and evaluate its services
Consumer Partners are involved in:
- Participating in forums or focus groups
- Reviewing and advising on information designed for consumers (electronic and printed)
- Participating in quality improvement and redesign projects
- Contributing to education and training for staff by sharing health journey stories
For more information or to become involved, phone (03) 5832 2258.
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