Queanbeyan and District Dementia Respite
This service provides flexible regular and on-going in-home respite to carers of people who have dementia. The service can be accessed by Carers of people with dementia residing in Queanbeyan, Bungendore, Braidwood, Yass, Gunning & Crookwell Areas. This service can be used in addition to other services such as Home Care and Community Aged Care Packages.
Caring for someone 24 hours a day can be physically and emotionally tiring and stressful. Therefore it is essential to have regular breaks to relax and rest, take up a hobby or attend to business. Clients are assessed on their individual needs by the Program Coordinator in the home.
What other assistance can we provide?
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Inform you of other relevant services available in your local area and make referrals for you.
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We can give you advice on caring for someone who has dementia and memory loss.
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We can put you in touch with your local Carer Support Group
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Inform you of the benefits and allowances you may be entitled to.
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Access to Mind your Mind workshops, held through the year
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Access to Living with Memory Loss 7 week program, held twice a year
Helpful Websites
www.alzheimers.org.au - Alzheimer’s Australia - the peak body providing support and advocacy for people living with dementia. Includes sections on services, support, education, training and a help line