Social Work: Maternity – Women’s Health Services

The Social Work Department provides a service to patients and their families who attend the OPH Women’s and Newborn Service. You can request a referral to a Social Worker through your GP, the treating Doctor or Midwife at the Antenatal Clinic, or contact the Social Workers directly on (08) 6457 8165 / 6457 8410.

Social Workers are available Monday to Friday and provide supportive counselling and assistance in accessing community resources regarding:

• Adjustment to pregnancy and childbirth
• Relationship difficulties with your partner, parents, children or others
• Assistance and referral for substance abuse issues
• Practical, financial and legal issues
• Options for parenting support after the birth of your baby / babies