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Get information on supports and services available to patients and carers who live in the regional, rural and remote parts of the country.

The Royal Adelaide Hospital (RAH) is committed to providing the best possible care to everyone, including those who live in the regional, rural and remote parts of our state, as well as in Northern Territory, New South Wales and Victoria. 

Patient Assistance Transport Scheme (PATS)

The Patient Assistance Transport Scheme (PATS) is a state-wide subsidy program that provides money to pay for some travel, escort and accommodation costs for rural and remote South Australians who travel over 100 km each way to see a specialist.

Find out more about PATS

Rural Liaison Nurse

The Rural Liaison Nurse is a registered nurse who works within the hospital and is available to help with matters, including:

  • accommodation near the hospital
  • transport to and from the hospital
  • organising a community nurse to visit at home upon discharge.

The Rural Liaison Nurse works in partnership with hospital staff to assist in discharge planning and has good knowledge of the resources available in rural communities that may assist you after discharge.

Staff are available Monday to Friday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm. 

Contact the team to find out more about how we support rural and remote patients carers.

Accommodation near the RAH

Learn more about accommodation options for patients and visitors nearby to the hospital.

Nearby accommodation

This page was last updated 6 March 2025.

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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health and Wellbeing Hub

Learn about The Hub and how our practitioners advocate, raise awareness and provide culturally appropriate services for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients.

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Concerns for your care

Our hospital staff are trained to provide the very best care. If something does not feel or look right, let us know as soon as possible.

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Disability support and services

The Royal Adelaide Hospital (RAH) is designed to ensure people with disabilities can easily navigate and access facilities around the hospital.

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Interpreters and cultural support

The Royal Adelaide Hospital (RAH) is committed to helping you communicate with our staff so you can make informed decisions about your healthcare.

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