Gastrostomy Support

This competency based workshop, presented by staff from the Gastrostomy Information and Support Society (GISS) includes:

• Reasons for having a gastrostomy
• Emotional and social considerations 
• General care
• Methods of delivery of intake through the tube
• Modified medications
• Trouble shooting and action planning.

On successful completion of a practical and written assessment participants receive a certificate.

Audience

This workshop is suitable for anyone who may support someone who has a gastrostomy or jejunostomy tube.

For further information contact:

GISS Co-ordinator, Communication Resource Centre - Scope
Tel:(03) 9843 2000  or 1800 888 824
OR email: giss.crc@scopevic.org.au 

Note: Additional workshops can be delivered in other locations by arrangement. Please contact us for further information.