Episode 2: Respite for Carers

Описание: In this episode of Age Old Problems: New Aged Care, we discuss the benefits of residential respite care.



With the help of Lisa Brewer, who works in Admissions and Customer Service at Helping Hand, and Kerry Carlson who is Resident Liaison Coordinator for Helping Hand in North Adelaide, we discover:




• What is residential respite and what are the benefits for carers?


• Who is eligible to use it and how best to start the process.


• Typical reasons why carers may need respite and why not to fear it, it’s a great way to try out residential care!


• That no question is a silly question. Staff are focused on putting you at ease.


• The process of settling in and choosing what activities to participate in.


• How you might even become a ‘frequent flyer’ - respite can be life changing for both carer and recipient.


• And that taking a tour first is highly recommended.




This episode explores residential respite, however we also offer community respite for eligible home care clients in their own homes. Please speak to your Home Care Coordinator if you are interested in finding out more.








Useful Resources:



Helping Hand website (https://www.helpinghand.org.au/reside...)



Helping Hand phone number - 1300 653 600



MyAgedCare website (https://www.myagedcare.gov.au/short-t...)



MyAgedCare phone number - 1800 200 422








Episode hosted by Kate Holland (https://www.ktbcommunications.com.au/)



Episode recorded and edited by Drew Radford (https://www.podtalk.com.au/)








DISCLAIMER: Please note that in order to be eligible for respite care you will need to be clinically approved prior to admission.



AND REMEMBER: You understand your needs better than anyone. Take the time to discuss them with one of our friendly team members to ensure the care you get is the right fit for you.