Co.As.It. has options to support and maintain care relationships between carers and clients by providing a range of respite options so carers can take a break.
In-home day respite – Providing daytime support service for carers and clients needing assisted support in the client’s home.
In-home overnight respite – Overnight support service for clients and carers in your own home.
Social Group Activities (SGA) – Providing structured group activities to clients to develop, maintain or support independent living and social interactions. The centre-based respite is provided at Stafford Heights (Casa Serena), at Acacia Ridge (Casa Aurelia), Bracken Ridge (Amici House), Cleveland and Gold Coast (Italo Australian Centre).
Dementia support – Did you know you can access the dementia resource officer for free. We have specific groups catering to the needs of clients with dementia – this is called the Sunshine Group. They are organised through our centres.
Clients on an HCP can access flexible respite as needed and paid with package funds.
An individual respite service will be planned that best meets the needs of the carer and their loved one during the emergency. Care workers are suited to meeting the needs of the CALD client and carer.
This service is invaluable to carers who need time-out or clients who need or want to interact and socialise with people from the same cultural background.
Carers may find themselves in crisis situations such as when the carer:
Time for yourself as a carer is important to you and the person in your care. If you feel you are stressed and need support with your caring role don’t hesitate to reach out to one of our dedicated workers who will be happy to discuss options.
If you have time right now, why not call us? A personal conversation is always better don’t you think?
Call 1800 262 748