Carer Breaks
I manage a short term accommodation program in SA. The eligibility criteria ia basically a degree of genuine need. The question that I get asked a lot is "Are there any other places that offer a similar program?'. There are many respite centres that offer short term breaks to those who qualify under their particular set of criteria but very few centres that offer the same short break for those who may be under 65 or ...more »
I manage a short term accommodation program in SA. The eligibility criteria ia basically a degree of genuine need. The question that I get asked a lot is "Are there any other places that offer a similar program?'.
There are many respite centres that offer short term breaks to those who qualify under their particular set of criteria but very few centres that offer the same short break for those who may be under 65 or who may have a short term need, eg post operation etc.
A listing of those centres who offer an affordable short break to those in need - not primarily a financial need as there is still a cost to be borne by the client - would assist these clients to access a break perhaps more often or in a different setting.
We cater for the aged and also those with disabilities and those who may require a break after a long term health treatment. The client may be a carer or not, may be a care recipient or not but must have a genuine need for an affordable short term break.
We liaiase well with the many agencies funding respite breaks but it would be great to have a listing of those centres which are available to those who often ' fall through the gaps'.
This cetrainly includes families with young children and those who are younger disabled. This often involves 24/7 caring by the family unit and it is vital to all family members to have a break in a new setting to recharge the batteries.
A listing of those centres able to provide this accommodation would be a valuable tool to many families who provide care and to many people who find mainstream accommodation does not suit their needs.
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