Complaints and Feedback Policy
Greater Health Disability Services values feedback and is committed to resolving complaints in a fair, transparent and timely manner.
Providing Feedback
Participants, families, carers and staff are encouraged to provide feedback about our services at any time. Feedback helps us improve the quality of supports we provide. Feedback can be provided through:
Speaking with a staff member or supervisor
Contacting our office via phone or email
Submitting feedback through our website
Making a Complaint
If you are unhappy with any aspect of our service, you have the right to make a complaint. Complaints will be taken seriously and handled respectfully and confidentially. If you have a complaint or would like to provide feedback, you can contact us through any of the following methods:
- Email: bettyjohnson@ghds.com.au
- Phone: 0414 344 615 to discuss your concerns
- In Writing: Written feedback or complaints can be submitted via email or through our website complaints form below.
The complaint process generally includes:
Acknowledging the complaint
Reviewing the issue and gathering information
Working with the person making the complaint to find a resolution
Providing a response within a reasonable timeframe
All complaints will be taken seriously and handled in a fair, respectful, and timely manner. We will acknowledge your complaint promptly and work with you to resolve the issue as quickly as possible. You will not be disadvantaged or treated differently for making a complaint.
If required, you may have a support person, advocate, or representative assist you in making a complaint.
If a complaint cannot be resolved internally, it may be referred to the NDIS Quality and Safeguards Commission.
If you prefer to raise your concern externally, you may also contact the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS):
- NDIS Phone: 1800 800 110
- NDIS Email: enquiries@ndis.gov.au
