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As the 2025 holiday season draws near, Aurora Healthcare and our network of hospitals across Australia remain committed to supporting the mental health, rehabilitation, and specialty medical needs of our communities.
While Christmas is a time of joy, connection, and celebration, we understand it can also bring emotional, physical, and psychological challenges. Whether you're navigating stress, recovering from injury, or managing a chronic condition, our hospitals are here to help—every step of the way
Here for You This Holiday Season
Mental Health Support The festive season can feel overwhelming—but you don’t have to face it alone. Our mental health services offer compassionate, professional care, from counselling to crisis support, helping you find balance and peace during this time of year.
Rehabilitation Services If you're on the path to recovery, our tailored rehabilitation programs are designed to help you regain strength, mobility, and independence. With access to expert physiotherapists, occupational therapists, and multidisciplinary teams, we’re here to support your journey back to health.
Specialty Medical Care Aurora Healthcare provides a wide range of specialty medical services to meet your unique needs. From advanced treatments to ongoing care, our expert teams are ready to support you—without the long waits of emergency departments.
Explore the full range of services available across our hospitals and discover how we can support your health and wellbeing this festive season and into the new year.
Accessible, Trusted, and Ready to Help
As Australia’s largest private specialty healthcare group for Mental Health and Rehabilitation, Aurora Healthcare partners with all major health funds, as well as the Department of Veterans’ Affairs (DVA) and the Australian Defence Force (ADF). This makes us a reliable and cost-effective choice for your healthcare needs.
Patients are encouraged to speak with our team to understand their level of cover and any excess that may apply to their admission.
Holiday Season Services & Programs
Programs and services available over the holiday season
The holiday season, while often a time of celebration, can present significant challenges for people with mental health disorders. Increased stress, social pressures, and the prevalence of substances during this period can lead to heightened risks of relapse or a case of the 'Holiday Blues' (Alcohol and Drug Foundation, 2024).
Robina Private Hospital, Gold Coast, Qld
Inpatient Programs/Services
Surviving and Thriving in Christmas
Our two-week inpatient program is tailored for anyone needing additional skills and support during the festive season. This referral-only program focuses on:
- Understanding stress and holiday triggers
- Managing emotions and expectations
- Distress tolerance and crisis skills
- Developing self-compassion
- Boundaries and healthy relationships
- Assertiveness and communication
- Coping with Christmas challenges
Dates: Monday 8th December – Thursday 18th December
Mood and Anxiety Christmas Timetable
Our inpatient Mood and Anxiety program will run with a Christmas-specific timetable starting Monday 16th December. This structured program continues for three weeks across Christmas and New Year, supporting individuals with mood and anxiety disorders during this often difficult time.
Christmas Respite Care at Robina Private Hospital
As the holiday season approaches, many carers face a familiar challenge: how to take a well-earned break while ensuring their loved one receives the care they need. At Robina Private Hospital, we understand the importance of rest — not just for those in recovery, but also for the carers who support them year-round.
That’s why we’re open this Christmas, offering short-term respite care in a safe, supportive environment. Whether you’re planning a holiday, need time to recharge, or simply want peace of mind, our team is here to help.
Why Choose Robina for Respite Care?
Our respite care program provides:
- 24/7 nursing support from experienced staff
- Comfortable private and shared room options
- Nutritious meals prepared daily
- Access to allied health services for holistic support
- Flexible self-funded options to suit your needs
- No referral or ACAT assessment required
It’s not too early to start planning ahead — spaces are limited over the holiday period, and early booking ensures peace of mind for both carers and their loved ones.
Kellyville Private Hospital, Kellyville NSW
Kellyville Private Hospital will remain open for inpatient services across the Christmas and New Year period. If you or someone close to you needs mental health support, our team is ready to assist.
Inpatient Mental Health Programs
- Enhancing Resilience is 3-week hospital stay program, designed to support you in overcoming the challenges of the holiday season. This program is ideal if you struggle with loneliness, anxiety, burnout, relapse or stress during this time of year and want to develop skills to manage emotions and potential triggers. The program combines support with psychoeducation based on cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT). You will learn practical strategies to maintain your recovery, strengthen your mental wellbeing and build resilience to carry you into the new year.
- The Mood and Anxiety and Addictions program will continue to be offered over the holiday season with complimentary therapies such as Art Therapy and Tai Chi.
The Base
The Base will remain open over the holiday season to support the mental health needs of first responders, veterans and defence personnel.
If you or a loved one need support over the holidays, don’t wait—reach out today. Our team is here to help you plan ahead and ensure you have access to the care you need.
T 1800 965 095
F 02 8883 1834
Toronto Private Hospital, Toronto NSW
New Services Enriching Our Community Support
This year, we’ve expanded our services to better meet the needs of our community—especially during times when support matters most.
- Outpatient Mental Health Programs
These new programs offer inclusive, community-based care for individuals experiencing a range of mental health conditions, helping people access support closer to home. - Telehealth Mental Health Services
Virtual therapy options allow patients to receive care from the comfort of their homes, making treatment more accessible—especially for those in regional or remote areas. - Trauma Skills Group
A 12-week program designed to help individuals manage trauma-related symptoms and build resilience. Grounded in CBT and DBT, it provides practical strategies for emotional regulation and recovery. - New Specialist Appointments
We’ve welcomed several new psychiatrists and physicians with expertise in older adult mental health care, infectious diseases, trauma recovery, and psychodynamic therapy. Their arrival strengthens our ability to provide timely, specialised care and ensures broader access to expert support.
These additions reflect our ongoing commitment to enriching the care we provide and ensuring our community has access to the right support—especially during the festive season.
If you or a loved one may need support over the holidays, don’t wait—reach out today. Our team is here to help you plan ahead and ensure you have access to the care you need.
- T 02 4956 0115
- F 02 4950 4106
- torontoprivate@aurorahealth.com.au
South Coast Private Hospital
South Coast Private Hospital will remain open for inpatient services across the Christmas and New Year period. If you or someone close to you needs mental health support, our team is ready to assist.
Inpatient Mental Health Programs
- Self-Compassion is a 3-week hospital stay program, designed to support your recovery and help prevent relapse over the holiday season. This end of the program aims to enhance your mental wellbeing by applying the principles of Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT). You will learn how to use compassionate practise to manage challenging emotions such as anger, shame and fear, while building resilience. If you have participated in mental health programs throughout the year, this program offers the opportunity to apply the skills you have learnt through the lens of recovery maintenance to promote long-term wellbeing and relapse prevention.
- The Managing Distress program and Addictions program will continue to run with our complimentary therapies such as Art Therapy, and Yoga.
- Our ward for first responders, veterans and defence will remain open.
If you or a loved one may need support over the holidays, don’t wait—reach out today. Our team is here to help you plan ahead and ensure you have access to the care you need.
T 1800 250 000
F 02 4210 7353
sco.info@aurorahealth.com.au
Addictions Support
The festive season, while a time of joy and celebration for many, can also be a period of heightened stress and vulnerability, particularly for those struggling with addiction and mental health issues. People with mental health conditions are more likely to drink at risky levels, with 37% of those with mental health conditions reporting risky drinking compared to 32% of those without such conditions.
Our hospitals
- Currumbin Clinic, Gold Coast Qld
- Townsville Private Clinic, Townsville Qld
- South Coast Private Hospital, Wollongong, NSW
- Kellyville Private Hospital, Kellyville NSW
- Toronto Private Hospital, Toronto NSW
- Abbotsford Private Hospital, Perth WA
Respite Care All Holiday Seasons
Support your patients and their carers this holiday season with our flexible respite care program. Designed to provide short-term mental health and rehabilitation support, it allows carers the opportunity to take a much-needed break, knowing their loved ones are in safe and compassionate hands.
Available 24/7 with no referral required.
- Private rooms with ensuite
- Social inclusion activities
- Nutritious meals
- Physiotherapy sessions
- 24-hour nursing support
Our hospitals
Robina Private Hospital
- E: rbn.admissions@aurorahealth.com.au
- P: 1800 707 581
- F: 07 5665 5166
Toronto Private Hospitals
- P: (02) 4950 4477
- E: torontoprivate@aurorahealth.com.au
Eden Private Hospital
- E: edenprivate.admissions@aurorahealth.com.au
- P: 07 5472 6472
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