A new health and wellbeing centre has opened its doors in a major boost for people living with progressive neurological conditions across the state.
MS Plus officially opens its new Lidcombe Wellbeing and Accommodation Precinct today, courtesy of a $16 million funding agreement with the NSW Government.
The new centre at Betty Cuthbert Drive will provide important allied health and support services, including exercise physiology, physiotherapy, occupational therapy and dietetics, for people living with neurological conditions including multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's disease, motor neurone disease, muscular dystrophy, epilepsy, dementia and strokes.
The NSW Government provided MS Plus with a 8,900 square metre parcel of land to ensure it has a new permanent home to continue its important work. The $16 million funding was allocated to support the construction of the centre.
The Lidcombe Wellbeing Centre includes eight therapy areas, a large multipurpose space for various activities; a purpose-built gym, lounge and café areas, a children's play area, a sensory garden, landscaped outdoor spaces, and accessible parking, toilets, showers and lockers.
For more information, visit the 80 Betty Cuthbert Drive, Lidcombe webpage.
Minister for Lands and Property Steve Kamper said:
"I am delighted that MS Plus has opened the doors to its new state-of-the-art wellbeing centre, which will provide critical care and support for so many in our community.
"This is a great example of the work of Property and Development NSW, which has facilitated MS Plus' access to land so that it can be put to best use for community benefit."
Minister for Disability Inclusion, Kate Washington said:
"The NSW Government is proud to partner with MS Plus, helping deliver this impressive precinct which will make a real difference to people's lives.
"By bringing together specialist services, accessible accommodation, and a strong network of support, it ensures more people with disability can live independently and with dignity."
MS Plus Chief Executive Officer John Blewonski said:
"The Lidcombe Wellbeing Centre provides everything needed for vital connection, health and wellbeing in one place: a one-stop-shop for neuro and ageing support, and a place of solace, where patients are understood, and can be supported to live well.
"We know that more people are being diagnosed with a variety of neurological conditions - often lifelong and requiring ongoing care. Living with a neuro condition can mean a lot of appointments, and being able to access multiple health professionals from one familiar, welcoming place is so important for people living in Sydney."
