headspace Narooma has a Privacy policy which covers the collection, storage, disclosure and security of patient information. The Policy conforms with the Privacy Act and Health Records Act and all other relevant Government laws and regulations.
The information gathered by any headspace Narooma staff member is kept on your secure electronic file, which can be accessed only by staff who are assisting with your care.
The information that you provide us, remains confidential and secure, except where:
The information you provide us indicates that you, or another person, may be at imminent risk; or
Information is subpoenaed by court; or
Your prior consent has been obtained to provide verbal or written information to a person or an organisation.
If at any time it is considered that you may be at imminent risk of hurting yourself, or others, it is our duty of care to ensure the wellbeing of all, and we may be required to involve other people or organisations.
You also hold the right to request access to the information collected about me and request amendment if l believe it to be inaccurate. I understand that in some circumstances access might be legitimately withheld, however, l will be given an explanation in these circumstances.
headspace Narooma form part of your Care Team, and therefore should you choose to access FPS sessions/counselling services we work with your referring GP by providing them with progress reports throughout your treatment
Collection and Use of Personal Information