Description:
Respite provides a broad range of respite services and activities in either a group based setting or on an individual basis. The program currently provides:
Weekend Holiday Getaways
Social Group Outings
Individualised Respite Support
to people with a disability who live at home or in the community and are dependent on a primary carer.
Through the new funding for Respite for Older Carers Program, services can be tailored for the individual and can include any variation of recreation, leisure and personal support within the community or at home.
Catchment Area:Greater Dandenong, Casey, Kingston, Frankston and Mornington PeninsulaEligibility:To be eligible for the program you need to be a carer over 60 years or an indigenous carer 50 years and overAge Range:Adults aged 18+Referral:For further information contact Respite Coordinator on 9701 7311 during business hours. |
