Recommendation
79. Support refocusing of the health system from hospitals and acute care to community-based services by undertaking targeted investment to modernise hospitals and address capacity gaps, including:
- subject to Recommendation 77a, developing a roadmap for the planning and redevelopment of Royal Perth Hospital, considering any investment required to extend its life without adversely impacting health outcomes
- subject to Recommendation 77a, developing a roadmap for the planning of and future investment in Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital
- informed by outcomes of the Graylands Reconfiguration and Forensic Taskforce, prioritising investment to continue the services provided at Graylands Hospital and Selby Lodge through a new or redeveloped facility or facilities or other appropriate models of care, and to transition patients to suitable accommodation, where necessary
- informed by outcomes of the Graylands Reconfiguration and Forensic Taskforce, prioritising investment in forensic mental health services to ensure appropriate, secured facilities for people with a mental illness involved in the state’s criminal justice system.
WA Government response
The WA Government responded to Foundation for a stronger tomorrow in February 2023. Recommendation 79 is fully supported. For further information please refer to the response document.