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Your feedback and how we improve the experience is an invaluable part of your health care journey.
At Alexandra District Health, we are committed to providing the best possible care for our patients, families, and visitors. We encourage you to share your thoughts, experiences and suggestions with us.
This page will help guide you through actions you can take to provide your feedback.
How to tell ‘Your Story’
You can provide feedback through the following channels:
- Feedback forms: Available at our Reception Desk and Online.
- Surveys: We periodically send out surveys via email to gather your input.
- Direct Communication: Feel free to speak with our staff or Management during your visit.
Thank you for helping us enhance our services. Your voice matters!
First steps
Please ask to speak to the person in charge of the ward or department so you can provide your direct feedback.
Confidentiality
Alexandra District Health is committed to ensuring your information remains confidential.
Complaints are stored securely with the Quality and Risk Team.
How to make a complaint
Anyone can make a complaint – we accept feedback from anyone who has used our service, as well as from people not directly involved such as visitors, community care workers or professional groups.
You can also make a complaint on behalf of someone else who has used the service, but as a courtesy, you should seek and obtain consent before doing so. You can make a complaint anonymously if you wish. It is more difficult to provide you with feedback this way but it should not deter anyone who wishes to make a complaint.
Feedback and Complaints Form
Alexandra District Health Complaints Procedure
Stage 1 – acknowledging your complaint
The staff member who receives your complaint will be able to provide you with full information about our complaints process. Please be assured that all feedback is appreciated and will be referred to the appropriate manager for prompt attention and response.
Stage 2 – investigating your complaint
The Executive or Department Manager will work with staff involved directly in your care to investigate your complaint. This may involve referral to another manager and review of your medical record.
Stage 3 – responding to your complaint
We will always provide you with a response. We aim to do so within 30 days, however, will keep you updated if there is any delay.
Stage 4 – if you remain dissatisfied with our response
You may contact the Health Complaints Commissioner (HCC). The HCC responds to complaints about health services and the handling of health information in Victoria. Their service is free, confidential and impartial.
To lodge a complaint with the HCC
Fill out a complaint form online at hcc.vic.gov.au or phone 1300 582 113 between 9:00 am and 5:00 pm, Monday to Friday to discuss your complaint.
