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DID YOU KNOW we provide services for approximately 210 clients each week. To provide services, we employ 20 full time staff (who work 5 days/week) plus 6 part time staff (approx 3 days/ week). Most of the staff commence work each morning between 6.30 – 7.00am and finish at 5.00pm or later, one of their many challenges throughout the day is keeping to the times allocated on the roster; which for many different reasons (including traffic delays, unavoidable delays in banks, supermarkets, when a client is unwell or when another staff member is away) can change slightly, if the time change is significant you will be contacted.
It you have an appointment please call , preferably 1 week before, however if you can give more notice that would be even better.
Notice: Veteran’s Home Care Recipients.
There has been a change in the way that the Department of Veterans Affairs deals with Centacare for provision of Veteran’s Home Care Services. Under the new contract, which commenced 1st January 2007, all service plans are allocated to a central office known as Centacareservices and not to Centacare’s individual service providers.
How will this affect You? The only difference will be that your approval letter from Veterans’ Home Care will have a new phone number as the contact for Centacareservices, but this is an administrative process only.
Your in home support will still be provided through Amelia House Services and you will still deal directly with them for day to day adjustments to rosters.
So please continue to contact Dianne to organize your in home assistance through Veterans’ Home Care.
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| 'HI' FROM BELMONT
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Belmont Ramblings
Date for your diary as the year ends is our Christmas Party on 19 December . Please keep an eye on your respite flyers for further information.
So Just What Does Happen at Belmont
Monday: Day Respite Bosnian Social Support Group every second Monday. Carers Outing first Monday of the month and Caravan Park Project Outing 3rd Monday of the month.
Tuesday: Day Respite (option of extended hours) Mixed Group
Wed.: Day Respite (option of extended hours) Mainly Ladies
Thursday Day Respite: (option of extended hours) Mixed Group
Friday Secret Men’s Business: (Men only) (extended hours option) A day for men to be men and boys to be boys
Saturday: A Special Saturday outing approximately once a month.
Are you very happy with something at Belmont? We would love to hear from you. It is so encouraging for staff to get feedback from you. Ask a staff member for Bouquet Form
OR sit down with Jeff and have a yarn.
The staff here at Belmont are constantly trying to make your time with us enjoyable. The bouquet forms give you the opportunity to say Goodonya!
Not so happy about something at Belmont? We want to hear from you too. As hard as everyone tries to make your time with us enjoyable, sometimes we might miss the mark or there might be some misunderstanding. Your comments and feedback can help us improve our service.
Ask staff for a Comments/Feedback form. Sit down with Jeff and have a yarn about it. (He gets so lonely in his office)
·Please remember we offer more than just day respite:- remember our: 3 day holiday, Overnight Respite, Carers Support Group, Caravan Park Project, Transport Assistance, Personal Care and the list goes on. Just talk to staff about your needs.
Regards, All at Belmont
Belmont Phone Contact : 3843 5177 Fax : 3843 5844
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| Friday Men's Group
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From the Belmont Men
Friday continues to be the “Big Day Out” for men at Belmont. Our group continues to grow, as does the level of support and friendship amongst the men.
As Belmont Program Manager it gives me great pleasure to see this part of our program continuing to be so successful. To all the staff and members of the group, thank you for making our centre such a fun place to be on Fridays.
Jeff
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| ANNERLEY SNIPPETS
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ANNERLEY SNIPPETS
Hello from all the Annerley people. We hope the first half of 2007 has been a good one for you so far. Here at the respite centre, everyone has been busy with the usual activities (outings, concerts, in centre games and fun.)
There have been a few small changes. The pick up times are the same and we ask that everyone try to be ready by 8.30, so there will be no surprises. If you are unable to attend respite for the day, please ring through to Amelia House on ph. 38472049 and leave a message.
There has been a change to the time that we generally have lunch, with it being decided to try lunch around 12:45, then load the buses at just after 2:00 with the drop off being done by the two buses. The group decided to have day raffles instead of week raffles so they get to see it drawn on the day that they attend.
If there have been any changes to your details (eg.. contact telephone number for your family or emergency contact, medical condition or medication please bring it into the respite centre.)
We are back using the theme months, for the basis of activities at the respite centre. The month of June is flowers and trees, with many great pieces of art work being displayed through out the respite centre. One of the projects was to make place mats, there was a suggestion that we make some for other theme months, so if people still have some old Christmas card that they can bring into the centre for cutting up we would much appreciate it. Next month will see the centre at Annerley be transformed into ???????
We also have a very special birthday in the month of June, Dorothy is turning 99 years young, we hope all her wishes come true.
We would like to thank all the Volunteers who continue to show dedication to make Annerley the place it is.
We wish all Annerley members who aren’t well, all the best and a quick recovery. We also wish all the people who have left our service and their families, all the best.
Annerley Respite Centre will also be holding it’s own Melbourne Cup party this year. If you enjoy good company and a bit of fun, keep this day in November in mind. There will be more information as it gets closer.
From the Annerley Centre Team
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| Community Connections
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Coorparoo Capers
Winter is here again and since Easter the weather has been quite mild so our super soups will start again when the weather gets a little colder. One of the highlights since our last newsletter was the visit by Jenny Jones (Kym’s Mum) who led us in a session on flower arranging - we are quite clever when we try. Thank you to Jenny for your patience and creative flair.
Our Special lunch on Mother’s Day was a great success. Congratulations Chris and Bev; there are plans for more special dinners and High Teas so keep your eyes open for more info.
We have just been notified of having been granted some funding to replace our worn out Ford Transit, so in the next few months we will be riding high in a nice new bus Hooray!!! We are still waiting on feedback for funding to replace our very tired old kitchen, and to give the house a bit of a face lift.
Have a look at the photos of our special guests for the Queen’s Birthday High Tea on Sunday 10th June, what an event! Congratulations to Robin, Chris, Bev, Julie, Justin and Pat for putting on such a great day. The event was a sellout and the feedback has been very complimentary.
We are trying to find a venue for our Melbourne Cup Party. If you know of anywhere please let us know; we have to have access to a kitchen because we are catering for the function ourselves and it must be able to seat 150 people.
Amelia House is in need of volunteers on Thursdays and Fridays, so spread the word and if there is anyone interested please contact us on 3847 2049.
On a sad note we said farewell to Keith who passed away in April, we will miss his sense of humour.
Also Molly passed away on 15th June. Molly and previously her husband Ted, had been a part of the Amelia House family for more than 10 years.
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| Carers Group
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Our Carers Group meetings for 2007
DATE CLAIMER: “RESPECT” THE MUSICAL 4th August, 2007* Tickets: $40.00 each—limited spaces—start booking now.
Further information please phone …
Di Kesby—Carer Liaison Officer 3847 2049
Aug 14 In-home Relaxation therap
Sept 11 Bonds seconds shop in Compton Rd
Oct 9 Outlets in Montague Rd West End
Nov 13 In-home Yvonne’s Box making & other craft ideas
Dec 11 Christmas Party breakup - Sails Restaurant @ Manly
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CARERS GROUP NEWS… FANCY A NIGHT AWAY!!
Maroochy Coach House Resort
20th July, 07
Cost: $70.00 pp Including Meals & O/N Accommodation Plus Christmas in July Lunch & Show
Bus seats 8-10 (book now)*
*Overnight Respite available at Belmont Respite Centre on 20/7/2007
Leave at: 7.30am 20/7/07-Concert starts 10am
Saturday morning after breakfast, visit to Mooloolaba Wharf precinct for a leisurely stroll. Lunch at Caboolture
Arrive back: 2.30pm (approx)
For Information/to book your seat on Santa’s Sleigh - call Di - 3847 2049
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| Carer Support Program
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DO YOU KNOW SOMEONE WHO IS WORKING AND CARING FOR AN OLDER PERSON ?
Through the Australian Government Department of Health and Ageing, Centacare has funds available to assist carers who are trying to “juggle” care for a frail older person and the demands of the workforce. This may be you, or someone you know.
If you are the main person who provides ongoing assistance to enable the older person to remain living in their home, then you are a carer. There is no requirement that you live with the client, or are related to them.
This definition includes carers who are studying to enter the workforce, or who are doing voluntary work for the same reason.
Unfortunately, this funding has only been made available to carers of people over 65 (or over 50 if indigenous).
Is there a cost?
As with most government funded programs, there is a requirement that we ask for a client contribution. This would normally be $5.00 per hour or $35.00 for a 2-day and overnight stay.
However, THIS IS NEGOTIABLE, and can be reduced or waived if necessary – it is more important that the carer receives the service they need.
Who do you contact?
Please call Centacareservices Carer Support Program on
1300 558 054
Sharron or Nerissa will discuss the situation with you and work out how the program can help. Referrals are taken from either the carer him/herself or a supporting service provider. Centacareservices Employed Carers Program is an Australian Government initiative.
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| New Service for Redlands
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COMMUNITY SUPPORT SERVICES REDLANDS
Community Support Service Redlands is a disability service that aims to support carers of people with a disability through the provision of a range of respite options. The service is funded through Home and Community Care and Disability Services Queensland.
The purpose of the service is to provide a variety of respite options to the service user to: Enhance the capacity of carers to continue in the caring role; Provide opportunities for social, recreational and development activities for the person with a disability and; Prevent premature admittance to long term supported accommodation.
The service has four programs: Redlands Ageing Carers Project
For carers of a person with a disability aged 65 years or older or 45 years or older if the carer identifies as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander and residing in the Redlands region. Respite options available include: In Home Respite, Overnight Respite, Holiday Respite, Day Respite and Emergency Respite.
Wynnum Ageing Carers Program
For carers aged 65 years or older caring for a person with a disability and residing in the Wynnum region. IN Home Respite.
Mt Gravatt and Bayside In Home Support
For carers of a person with a disability residing in the QEII or Bayside regions. In Home respite support for up to 4 hours per week. Saturday Club for children and young people. Social Support.
·BBrisbane South Overnight Respite
For carers of a person with a disability that reside in Brisbane South and receive services through Aishling Respite Services. Overnight out of home respite.
The service will be seeking suitably skilled and competent Disability Support Workers to provide the requested support to service users.
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OVERNIGHT RESPITE
- AMELIA HOUSE
Amelia House has regular fortnightly overnight respite on a Saturday night. If you need emergency or extra overnights, just ask your Program Manager.
BELMONT RESPITE
Belmont Centre has overnight respite available. If you would like to organise an overnight please contact Jeff
Monday to Friday on 3348 8555
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| Coorparoo Men's Group
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COORPAROO RESPITE MEN'S GROUP
WEEKLY ON A TUESDAY
Our aim is to provide 'aged men' with the opportunity to get together and develop supportive relationships
For further information, please contact
Darryl on 3847 2049
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| On The Buses
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I know it's difficult to be patient when you're all dressed up for a much anticipated outing and THE BUS IS LATE!
But please remember delays are caused by:
- other cranky drivers on the road
- cranky passengers not ready
- wet weather
- traffic jams
- accidents
and I could go on forever, but I won't.
So what am I trying to tell you? Please be patient when waiting for the Bus because...
Yes, we can get held up.
Should Carers have an important appointment to keep, please advise your Centre so we can make the necessary arrangements
Regards
The Poor Old Driver
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| 3 Day Holidays
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Clients and carers are reminded that each month, WE TAKE A SMALL GROUP OF CLIENTS AWAY for three days and two nights.
The clients have AN ENJOYABLE 3-DAY HOLIDAY and the carers have A WELL EARNED BREAK. Destinations vary and can be from Byron Bay to Hervey Bay and all points in between. We are always looking for new destinations so suggestions are welcome.
These HOLIDAYS ARE GREAT FUN, so don’t miss out this year!
Please contact your Program Manager for mor information.
Our 3-Day Holidays are funded through either the HACC Program; or National Respite for Carers Program (An Australian Government Initiative
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| COOL, CLEAR, WATER?
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WHAT DO THE PROPOSED LEVEL 5 WATER RESTRICTIONS MEAN
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Only wash car mirrors, glass and number plates and not the rest of the vehicle (except at a commercial car wash
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Only clean external areas of houses for health and safety reasons and during pre-painting preparation activities
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Only fill swimming pools with water supplies sourced from outside the SEQ region Only top-up pools from town water as a last resort and only where a rainwater tank or downpip rainwater diverter is fitted along with three of the following—a swimming pool cover; water efficient taps and showerheads; water efficient toilets; and a water efficient washing machine
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Do not use outdoor showers
Level 5 Bucketing Hours are Times 4am-8am
· Odd Numbered houses—Tuesday and Saturday
· Even & unnumbered houses—Wednesday and Sunday.
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| Queensland Legal Aid
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Queenslanders can now access legal aid no matter where they live through the convenience of a statewide local telephone call - 1300 651 188. The telephone advice service from Legal Aid Queensland will give eligible Queenslands access to justice for the cost of a local telephone call, irrespective of their geographic location.
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| THESE SERVICES ARE FOR YOU
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RESPITE AVAILABLE THROUGH THE CENTRES
DAY RESPITE - including weekends
OVERNIGHT RESPITE
3 DAY CARER HOLIDAYS
24HRS CARER SUPPORT LINE - emergency line -
MEAL SUPPORT
TRANSPORT SUPPORT
CARER SUPPORT
Carer Support Emergency Contact
Our Carer Support Emergency Contact Line is available to all Clients and their Carers 24 hours per day. The number to contact is 0418 798 530. One of the staff will always be available to assist or to give further information.
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WOULD YOU LIKE TO HELP YOUR COMMUNITY?
VOLUNTEERS are special people.
WE NEED YOU.
Please contact us on 3847 2049 for further information.
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Last updated 13 July 2007
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