Home Care
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Support for carers
Calvary Home Care recognises the important role carers play in our community and their need for scheduled breaks.
This provides the opportunity for carers to recharge and look after their own health and well-being.
We provide support to carers via a range of respite options, enabling them to take a break, manage work commitments, handle family responsibilities, enjoy a weekend away or have an extended holiday.
Respite services also enable the person being cared for to get out and about, meet new people and engage in activities they enjoy.
Carers can feel confident that their loved ones are being cared for and are enjoying the opportunity to meet and interact with others in a safe and trusted environment.
About this service
Support for carers includes:
- In-home respite
- Centre-based respite
- Commonwealth Home Support Programme (CHSP)
- Carer resources
- Private services
Where can respite be provided?
We provide respite care in a range of different settings.
To find out more, click the sections below or call our dedicated team for assistance.
Respite care can be booked at home on a regular or one off basis for planned events or for last minute emergencies.
Support can be provided during the day, as an overnight sleepover or 24-hour care.
Call 1800 52 72 72 to book Calvary Home Care’s in-home respite services.
Calvary Home Care’s day respite centres offer interactive programs, outings and a chance to socialise with peers in a warm and friendly environment. Day respite is also offered at many of Calvary’s Residential Aged Care homes.
Just like home, an overnight stay in a Calvary Home Care cottage offers a private bedroom, meals, activities and 24-hour care.
Calvary Home Care offers day and overnight respite care options at the following cottages:
Chiara Respite Cottage
3 Gosforth Grove, Lakelands, NSW 2282
Star Of The Sea Respite Cottage
2 Cedar Grove, Forster, NSW 242
Short term accommodation can be arranged at many of Calvary’s Residential Aged Care homes.
The short term accommodation covers one or two week periods, and some facilities also offer day respite programs.
Start your care journey today
Ready to make the next step?
If you or a family member needs support at home, our Home Care experts are ready to help.
Call our team on 1800 52 72 72 or make an enquiry to discuss a Calvary package that best meets your personal needs: