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The National Respite for Carers Program (NRCP) supports the primary carer for frail older people and people with disabilities. mecwacare provides a National Respite for Carers Program throughout the City of Casey and Shire of Cardinia.
Sometimes carers need to take a break. mecwacare provides short term and ongoing flexible respite for carers of any age of the following roles:
- Carers of people with dementia
- Carers of people with a degenerative or chronic condition
- Carers of people with a disability
Respite may include help with light household tasks, personal care or simple companionship. Overnight and 24 hours live-in care are also available. mecwacare develops an individual plan for every client featuring a mix of the following services:
- In home support and care
- Planned activity groups
- Delivered meals
- Transport
- Social support
- Community outings
mecwacare staff are professionally qualified to provide support and care to the highest standard. A small client contribution is negotiated based on your capacity to pay. Services will not be refused due to financial hardship.
Contact mecwacare's Cardinia office on 03 5941 5454 or email enquires@mecwacare.org.au to arrange an assessment.
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