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Information sharing and referral practices between supported residential services and mental health services - July 2011

The purpose of this program management circular is to promote appropriate information sharing and referral practices between Supported Residential Services and mental health services. The circular applies to all public specialist mental health services referring a current client to a Supported Residential Service.

What is a Supported Residential Service?

Supported Residential Services (SRS) are generally privately owned and operated facilities that provide accommodation, housekeeping, meals and special or personal care services. In most cases they do not receive direct funding from Government.

The Department of Health (DHS) licences the Proprietor of an SRS and regulates their activities through the Health Services Act 1988 (the Act) and the Health Services (Supported Residential Services) Regulation 2001 (the "Regulations").

 Information sharing and referral practices between supported residential services and mental health services