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In-home care
Home care provides individuals with the option of remaining in the comfort of their own home, with assistance from a professional for certain tasks. These may include assistance with eating, toileting, bathing, dressing or moving around the house.
How short term aged care works
Short term care refers to services and supports that operate within a specified time period. This form of care is intended to alleviate stress, and assist in returning individuals to their regular level of functioning.
Restorative care
Restorative care is tailored to the individual. The primary goal of this form of care is to restore some amount of independence to the individual following a loss or slowing in ability and assist with everyday living activities.
Transition care
Transition care supports you in your recovery after a hospital stay. These services provide short-term specialised care for regaining functional independence, removing the need for longer term care. This care offered is specifically tailored to your needs, and is provided in a variety of settings.
Respite care
Respite care provides time for recuperation for the individual and their carer. It is a specified short period of time whereby the carer is relieved from their regular care duties and replaced by alternative services.