Who we are 

The Melaleuca Acute Adult Mental Health Unit is a 24-bed facility at Gold Coast University Hospital for adults who are 25 to 65 years of age experiencing acute mental health conditions that can no longer be safely supported in the community setting. 

Our multidisciplinary team includes nurses, psychiatrists, registrars, occupational therapists, psychologists, social workers lived experience (peer) and carer peer workers, and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health workers.

What we do 

Our unit offers high-quality, acute inpatient mental health services with a range of therapeutic interventions. We focus on helping consumers and their families understand and manage mental health conditions, while providing education and interventions that align with individuals' recovery goals.  
 
Our unit has strong partnerships with community services, including government and non-government organisations (NGOs) to support transitions between hospital and community based care. 

Who can access this service? 

Adults aged between 25 to 65 years of age, with acute mental health needs within the central and northern Gold Coast region can access our services.  

How to access this service  

Referrals for admissions are through the 1300 MH CALL (1300 64 22 55) and patients of other Queensland Health services (e.g. Crisis Stabilisation Unit, Emergency Departments, Community Services). 

Our location 

F Block, Lower Ground

Gold Coast University Hospital  

1 Hospital Boulevard, Southport. 

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Visiting hours  

Inpatient Ward

4pm to 8pm Monday to Friday.  
10am to 8pm Saturday, Sunday, and public holidays. 

Psychiatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU)

10am to 12pm and 3pm to 5pm Monday to Sunday.