The target group for the service is:- persons with memory loss
Service Days - Monday, Wednesday and Fridays 9.30 – 3.30pm. Transport is included in the service; clients are picked up at home and transported to Banksia Cottage
Location: Banksia Cottage is situated one street back from the main street of Bellingen. It is a well-maintained cottage which has disability access. The back yard has a large area for wandering clients and two vegetable gardens. Both sides of the yard have a secure fence and keypad access to ensure wandering clients are safe.
What is Banksia Cottage Bellingen: Banksia Cottage is a client and carer focused community respite service, employing best care practice and staff who are experts in the management of people with dementia. On referral to our service, our registered nurses will make an assessment of the client and carer's needs. The formulation of a care plan including all special needs will be developed and discussed with the carer and client.
How can you access this service? You do not need an ACAT or doctor's referral for the day respite service. Carers, family members, service providers and health professional can refer. Contact Banksia Cottage (66552743) to arrange a visit and fill in the required health and contact information. We'll discuss your needs and you'll decide how many days you wish to access the day service each week. It is our policy that all persons have equal access to respite care, taking into account your individual or special needs, your culture and your geographic location.
Priority of access: Those carers and clients most in need of respite services will have priority.
Funding
Day Care is funded by the Ageing, Disability and Home Care (ADHC)
A contribution is requested to cover expenses.
The current contribution is $10 which covers transport, meals, and activities.
No person is denied a service if they are unable to contribute.
The activities.
Day care is organised around a series of social activities. Various activities include music, yoga, exercises, guest artists, bowling, board games and bus outings. These are organised each day by staff who also consult with residents and day clients to achieve maximum participation and satisfaction. Everyone is invited to join in as they wish. Our team of both permanent and volunteer staff provide gentle and generous assistance to those who need it so all are able to participate. Banksia Cottage aims to provide these services in a caring and secure manner with a view to maintaining optimum independence and individuality.
Centre staff in modern kitchen
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