Question regarding the construction and funding of a 22-bed intermediate care unit in Rockingham, WA, as proposed in the 2011/12 budget. The answer confirms funding allocation but indicates ongoing consultation regarding service options.

AnsweredQoN 4451Legislative Council
Asked
9 August 2011
Portfolio
Mental Health

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I refer to the intermediate care accommodation to be publically provided in Rockingham, and I ask -
(1) Will these units be built?
(2) If yes to (1), will they be built in 2012 as proposed?
(3) If no to (1), why not?
(4) If yes to (1), will there be 22 beds funded under this service as proposed?
(5) If no to (4), how many beds will be funded under this service?
(6) If yes to (4), how much money has been budgeted by the Western Australian Government for this housing in 2011-2012?

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Answered
22 September 2011
Responded by
Minister for Mental Health
Response time
44 days
(1-6) $6.4 million was allocated to the Housing Authority by the Mental Health Commission in the 2011/12 State Budget for the Rockingham Intermediate Care Unit and the funding of 22 beds or 22 bed equivalents. In consultation with stakeholders, a range of service options are currently under consideration.
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