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Parent infant mental health
The Parent Infant Inpatient Program has 6 beds available within the Acute Psychiatric Unit. You will have your own room with a double bed and a separate cot or crib for your baby. Co-sleeping with your baby is not permitted on the unit.
We recognise the importance of fathers in their role as a primary carer and a supportive partner.
You can be treated here if:
We provide the following services:
Depending on the age and needs of your baby, you will need to bring:
You can refer yourself or someone that you're concerned about to our Mental Health services.
Call our Mental Health triage service 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for information, assessement and referral.
Phone 1300 859 789
Please complete the referral form and email to pipreferrals@austin.org.au
Find out how to refer your patient to Mental Health.
Phone: 03 9496 6406 or 03 9496 6407
Email: pipreferrals@austin.org.au
Acute Psychiatric Unit
Austin Hospital
145 Studley Road
Heidelberg VIC
Parent Infant Inpatient Program
Austin Hospital
PO Box 5555
Heidelberg VIC 3084
Australia