Respite is part of the HACC program but we have also received dedicated funding to met this need in the Community. The Port Lincoln City Council also contributed some funding for this purpose.
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SA Carers Charter |
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| :: Carers :: |
| Respite services provide much support to carers across all age groups and types of disabilities. |
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| :: Types of Respite :: |
- Personalised, planned or short term
- Day, evening or overnight
- In your home
- In the home of the care provider
- Through social outings
- Through recreational activities
- With a recognised respite service
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| Jack Martin Court - Short-term respite venue |
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Fully self-contained unit with disability friendly facilities including low level cupboards and easy access bathroom.
Click here for more information |
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| :: Referral :: |
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| :: Cost :: |
| A financial contribution will be discussed and negotiated with each respite plan, however no applicant will be denied a service based on financial hardship. |
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| :: Priority :: |
| Is determined in accordance with specific program guidelines. |
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| :: To apply for respite :: |
Phone (08) 8682 2177
A care manager will talk to the person to discuss:- |
- Needs
- Assess eligibility and priority
- Rights and responsibilities
- Service and support options
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- Choices of respite care providers
- Cost
- Client satisfaction checks through regular review
- A personalised care plan
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| :: Personalised quality service :: |
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The following principles apply:
- Client driven
- Personalised respite plans with continuity of care
- Personalised care management co-ordinated, planned and reliable
- Choice of when respite is provided
- Choice of who provides respite
- Flexible service and responsive to changing needs
- Privacy and confidentiality
- Customer complain process
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West Coast HOMECARE is auspiced by West Coast Community Services Inc and is recognised as a provider of Home and Community Care Services in accordance with the Home and Community Care National Service Standards. |
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