The NSW Government has welcomed 14 community members to a new Advisory Council to help guide how care is delivered across the NSW public health system.
By sharing their advice and perspectives, the NSW Health Consumer, Carer and Community Advisory Council will elevate the critically important voice of consumers, carers and community members on system and statewide issues.
The new members will work with representatives from the Ministry of Health, to identify areas for improvement and inform the development of better policies, programs and services.
The Council will also work in partnership with the recently established Health System Advisory Council, which is made up of doctors, nurses, midwives, and allied health professionals who provide independent and impartial strategic clinical advice on key priorities and functions of the health system.
Further information on the NSW Health Consumer, Carer and Community Advisory Council, including its membership, can be found at: https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/about/Pages/community-advisory-council.aspx
Quotes attributable to Health Minister Ryan Park:
"The NSW Government is committed to listening to and collaborating with consumers, carers and community members to improve the quality and safety of the health system.
"I welcome the newly appointed members of the NSW Health Consumer, Carer and Community Advisory Council and thank them for contributing their expertise and experience to help shape the planning, design and delivery of health services across NSW.
"The Council reflects the diversity of the NSW community and will elevate the voices of consumers, carers and communities to the highest levels of the NSW Health system to ensure we continue to deliver excellent experiences and health outcomes for the people of NSW."
