We produce useful resources to help inform patients and their families about their care and encourage involvement in making decision about treatment. 

Our patient information resources are about conditions, treatments and services provided by our hospitals. These resources are written by our health professionals and are reviewed regularly to make sure all the information is up-to-date. You will also find resources from external health organisations. 

Remember that written information should only be used in conjunction with advice from the health professional who is looking after you. If you would like to comment on any of these resources, or if you would like to request a copy in a different format, contact our Patient Information team.

Resource Title Type
Trauma Victoria

Major Trauma Guidelines and Education

Website
Travel Assessment Form (pdf 139 KB) Form
Tube feeding at home (pdf 733 KB)

A feeding guide for nasogastric, nasojejunal, gastrostomy, jejunostomy and trans-gastric jejunostomy tubes

Booklet
Type 2 Diabetes Service brochure - CCHS Brochure
Understanding fees for home care Website
United States Guidelines: Updated Mild Traumatic Brain Injury Management Guideline for Adults Website
Uniting

Community-based mental health support services located in Prahran.

Website
Uniting

Find out about services offered for those experiencing poverty and homelessness

Website
Vagus nerve stimulation (VNS) therapy for epilepsy Website
Venous Thromboembolism Prevention Clinical Care Standard: Quick Facts for Consumers

Find out about venous thromboembolism (VTE) and the care you should expect to receive as part of the Clinical Care Standard

Fact sheet
VicRoads

Victoria's government agency for motor vehicle registration and driver licence applications and renewals

Website
VicRoads - Driving with a disability Website
Victoria Health Transition Care Program Website
Victorian Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation

The peak body for Aboriginal health in Victoria.

Website
Victorian Aboriginal Health Service (VAHS)

Aboriginal health service providing medical care and services.

Website
Victorian Ambulance Service Website
Victorian Department of Health and Human Services Prevention Website
Victorian Dual Disability Service (VDDS)

Provides advice to professional staff working in the mental health and disability sector and to consumers and carers.

Website
Victorian Mental Health Awareness Council

The Victorian non-government organisation for people with lived experience of mental health or emotional issues.

Website
Victorian Poisons Information Centre

Advice and information for people regarding poisoning

Website
Victorian Pride Centre Website
Visit Melbourne (Sports)

A sporting almanac for those visiting Melbourne covering Melbourne Cup horse racing, the Australian Open tennis tournament and of course, Australian Rules Football (the AFL or footy - not to be confused with the rounded version of football)

Website
Visitor Booking Guide

Follow these easy steps to book a visit to an Alfred Health facility

Fact sheet
Welcome to Better at Home Booklet, Fact sheet
Welcome to Caulfield Hospital: A guide for patients, families and friends

Practical information for patients and visitors about Caulfield Hospital

Booklet
Welcome to Caulfield Hospital: A guide for patients, families and friends (Greek)

Practical information for patients and visitors about Caulfield Hospital translated into Greek

Booklet
Welcome to Caulfield Hospital: A guide for patients, families and friends (Italian)

Practical information for patients and visitors about Caulfield Hospital translated into Italian

Booklet
Welcome to Caulfield Hospital: A guide for patients, families and friends (Russian)

Practical information for patients and visitors about Caulfield Hospital translated into Russian

Booklet
Welcome to Sandringham Hospital: A guide for patients, families and friends

Practical information for patients and visitors about Sandringham Hospital

Booklet
Welcome to Sandringham Hospital: A guide for patients, families and friends (Greek)

Practical information for patients and visitors about Sandringham Hospital translated into Greek

Booklet
Welcome to The Alfred: A guide for patients, families and friends

Practical information for patients and visitors about The Alfred

Booklet
Welcome to The Alfred: A guide for patients, families and friends (Italian)

Practical information for patients and visitors about The Alfred translated into Italian

Booklet
Welcome to The Alfred: A guide for patients, families and friends (Russian)

Practical information for patients and visitors about The Alfred translated into Russian

Booklet
Welcoming Cities

A national network promoting belonging and participation for our culturally diverse inhabitants

Website
What does a Neuropsychologist do? Video
What is a Clinical Psychologist? Video
What is a clinical trial

Find out what a clinical trial is, how they work, who can participate and more on the National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) website.

Website
What to expect in ICU Page
World Federation of Haemophilia Website
World Health Organization - Support for Rehabilitation: Self-Management after COVID-19 Related Illness Website
Worried about your care? Let Me Know

If you are staying in hospital, the Let Me Know service is your safety net if you are worried about your care.

Fact sheet
Yarra Trams

Melbourne's tram network operators including route maps, timetables and service information for those making their way around on our version of a "trolley car"

Website
Young Carers Network

The Young Carers Network (YCN) is a nationally coordinated online resource to raise young carer awareness, provide information, and direct young carers to appropriate pathways for support.

Website
Your guide to heart failure (pdf 2 MB)

Information about our programs

Booklet
Your guide to heart failure - Patient diary

This diary is for you to help manage your heart failure symptoms and avoid admissions to hospital.

Booklet, Tool
Your Healthcare at Caulfield

Find out more about staying at Caulfield Hospital, our community services and getting involved in your own care.

Website
Your journey through Emergency Page