What we do

This service is available for members of the Corner Inlet community aged 65 years and over and provides group respite services on a regular basis. The service is run by a team of Enrolled Nurses and is located in a welcoming, homely centre-based setting. Clients participate in a range of interesting activities designed to suit their individual needs, with all meals provided as part of the service.

Each client has access to a fully furnished private room with an ensuite. They can also access other SGH health professionals within the facility, to assist with their ongoing health needs.

The service operates Monday to Friday between 9am and 3pm.

How you access

Family or self-referrals are welcome, or clients may be referred by their GP or other health professional. Referrals can be made via:

• My Aged Care: Make a Referral | My Aged Care or 1800 200 422.
• Phone: 03 5683 9776
• Fax: 03 5683 9746
• Email: sghintake@sghs.com.au

Our friendly Intake team will make contact by phone once a referral is received, to complete an initial assessment of your needs and offer you with a selection of days from which you can choose to attend the service.

Who can use our service?

Anyone aged over 65 years, or over 50 if Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander assessed as eligible for this program can attend.

There are some eligibility criteria which includes having an adequate level of mobility with or without aids, not requiring a secure facility and being able to manage most personal care needs.

Are there any fees?

A client co-contribution amount is charged according to your ability to pay, with only a small fee charged for pensioners and health care card holders.

Community Care Fee Schedule

Who do I contact

For enquiries contact SGH Community Health Centre on 5683 9780

Visitors are welcome to visit participants while using the service.

Potential participants and their family/carers are also welcome to come and have a look at the respite centre when deciding if the service is for them.

What to bring

• Medicines you may need to take while you are here
• Glasses, hearing aid(s) and any mobility aids you may use

Clients are also encouraged to bring along any hobbies or interests that you may wish to participate in or share with the group.