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Until 1979 the hospital was administered by the Perpetual Trustee Company but it was evident that funds were dwindling and provision of a free convalescent hospital was no longer
feasible. The hospital was transferred to the NSW Health Department and now houses the Rivendell Child, Adolescent and Family Unit
- a centre for the care and treatment of emotionally disturbed adolescents. It caters for inpatients (as well as outpatients) on a weekday basis many of whom attend the Rivendell School for Specific Purposes
run by the NSW Department of Education and Training. The school is housed in the east wing of the building whilst the west wing is used as a residential unit.In 1999, the original "ward" buildings underwent
extensive restoration and it is hoped that an Open Day may be held during the year 2000. |
