Respite care in South Australia

Our award-winning service employs a health-focused model that engages clients physically, mentally and socially. We have a philosophy of ‘doing with, rather than doing for’ and collaborate with clients in a range of meaningful activities that offer a sense of purpose and fun.Willow Fern activities are designed to suit the interests of each individual in our care and include Preparing and enjoying meals together Painting, pottery and handicrafts Writing and performing poetry and music Sensory and productive gardening Quizzes, games and brain training Regular excursions to the beach, zoo, cinema, dance groups and more

Located in the beautiful Fleurieu Peninsula, the Goolwa Health, Fitness and Home Care offers high-quality allied health and exercise services to help you live an active, healthy and independent life. Whether you want to lead a healthier life, regain or maintain your independence, or recover from an illness or injury, our highly skilled team can help and support you.Classes and allied health services include Exercise Physiology, Physiotherapy, massage and the Stronger Today program. The Hub is also a base for Respite Care, which engages clients physically, mentally and socially to improve their well-being and help them live at home for longer. 

The Pines Cottage Community Respite, located in the western suburbs of Adelaide in Netley is a new model of respite care. We specialise in supporting older adults with dementia and complex care needs who are not yet ready for residential aged care.  We are committed to delivering person centred care and engagement tailored to the physical, social and mental wellbeing needs and capabilities of each client.Our Respite Care engages clients physically, mentally and socially to improve their wellbeing and help them live at home for longer. Our experienced staff deliver tailored respite care for your loved one, not only catering to their care needs but also their individual interests and personality.  At The Pines Cottage, our enhanced staffing model enables us to support more complex needs. Services at The Pines Cottage run alongside the Caring for the Carer Program to also provide intensive support for carers.

Calvary Home Care recognises the important role carers play in our community and their need for scheduled breaks.This provides the opportunity for carers to recharge and look after their own health and well-being.We provide support to carers via a range of respite options, enabling them to take a break, manage work commitments, handle family responsibilities, enjoy a weekend away or have an extended holiday.Respite services also enable the person being cared for to get out and about, meet new people and engage in activities they enjoy. Carers can feel confident that their loved ones are being cared for and are enjoying the opportunity to meet and interact with others in a safe and trusted environment.All Calvary clients benefit from:• Low-level CHSP-funded home care services. • 24 hour overnight care or short-term stays. • Experienced, trusted support staff, all police-checked.• Community participation as well as outings and excursions.From recovering seniors to individuals living with chronic conditions, Calvary home care provides a unique opportunity to heal and thrive in an environment that nurtures both physical and emotional well-being.Family members find peace of mind knowing their loved ones are in capable hands, without the stress of frequent hospital visits or the upheaval of relocation. Calvary is committed to delivering excellence in clinical quality and ensuring the highest levels of patient, resident and client safety in the community.

As we always say at Bene, growing older shouldn’t mean we stop growing as individuals or as part of our community. Our range of lifestyle and wellness services provide all kinds of opportunities so that you can continue to enjoy the things you love to do, or discover new experiences, places and people as part of a more active lifestyle.Choose from specialist allied health services that include physiotherapy, podiatry and personal training using world leading HUR equipment specially developed for senior fitness and rehabilitation. Plus, other social activities designed to get you meeting new people in a friendly and caring environment. Share a few laughs over lunch, a friendly game of bingo, or take a day trip and get out and about in the community.For anyone who wants to keep active and stay social, these centre-based services are an ideal way to complement the relationships you already share with friends and family.Social Support GroupBene offers social support group programs at two locations: Bene Italian Village in the foothill suburb of St Agnes and Bene Padre Pio in in the inner north-western suburb of Woodville North.What do our social support group programs offer?Day tripsFreshly cooked three-course meal Special celebrationsMusic, song and dance Arts and craftsCultural games and activitiesExercise classes Allied health servicesIndividualised rehabilitation and reablement programsSocial supportIndividualised social support is also available Senior fitness gym with state-of-the-art equipment tailored for older people, led by physiotherapists (Woodville North location only)Transport to and from the centreBene’s wide range of lifestyle support services and our holistic approach to wellness are designed to foster personal growth and ongoing independence. Contact our Centre Based Programs Coordinator to find out how we can bring a dose of fun, food and friendship into your life the Bene way.

As we always say at Bene, growing older shouldn’t mean we stop growing as individuals or as part of our community. Our range of lifestyle and wellness services provide all kinds of opportunities for you to continue to enjoy the things you love to do, or discover new experiences, places and people as part of a more active lifestyle.Dementia Specific Centre Based Respite Designed to meet the needs of older people from multicultural backgrounds living with dementia, our centre-based respite program at Bene Italian Village in the foothill suburb of St Agnes is an ideal complement to the lifestyle activities you already share with friends and family. What makes this program so special? Multi-sensory care environment provides a calming space to help reduce agitation and anxiety, while stimulating the senses, encouraging engagement and delight, and fostering communication and connection.Caring and capable staff, skilled in supporting people living with dementia to meet their goals and enjoy lifeSmall groups of attendeesTransport to and from village is available Includes freshly prepared three-course meal Provides respite for family members caring for loved ones living with dementiaAll Culturally and Linguistically Diverse backgrounds welcomeActivities include diversional therapies, gardening, 'melody & me' and more.Contact our Centre Based Programs Coordinator to discuss how we can support you with our dementia-specific centre-based respite service. 

Do you care for an older person and would benefit from some support?Resthaven offers access to respite services for the person in your care, which can give you some respite from your caring role - helping you stay well and healthy.Resthaven Respite & Carer Support is available to eligible people living in metropolitan Adelaide and surrounds. Respite for carers of older people is provided by trained Resthaven home support workers, tailored to suit your needs. Support includes in-home respite support, centre based extended day individual and group support, and overnight or emergency respite during the week.Carers need time out to look after themselves and their own needs. This may be going to work, a social engagement, an appointment, a medical procedure, a volunteer commitment, a regular pastime, and so on. About Day Respite: Centre-based individual respite Nutritious, home-cooked meals are prepared on-site with individual preferences considered Interactive social programs focussing on the abilities and interests of the person being cared for Garden areas to enjoy the outdoors if preferred Relaxed, supportive, enjoyable and secure environment. About Group Respite: Centre-based group day respite Overnight respiteSocial groups. Resthaven Respite & Carer Support Services has several metropolitan locations at: Aldinga House18 Halcyon Circuit, Aldinga Beach 5273Phone: (08) 8198 2060Hersey Cottages6-8 Township Road, Marion SA 5043Phone: (08) 8198 2060Lane CottagesTruro Avenue, Kingswood SA 5062Phone: (08) 8198 2060Ridgway House36 Sussex Terrace, Westbourne Park SA 5041Phone: (08) 8198 2060Toorak House61 Alexandra Avenue, Toorak Gardens SA 5065Phone: (08) 8198 2060Gawler Respite Services5 King Street, Gawler SA 5118 Phone: (08) 8526 4700Onkaparinga Respite Services3-5 James Clark Road, Noarlunga Centre SA 5168Phone: (08) 8307 3700Why choose Resthaven? We provide support for family carers and listen to their viewsWe provide support for people with diverse backgroundsResthaven is a not-for-profit, 100% accredited aged care providerWe provide the full continuum of aged care services, including in-home care, clinical care, and dementia careWe provide home support services with government funding provided under Support at Home, or Commonwealth Home Support Programs, or private funding via Lifestyle Choices Plus. Our qualified, insured, and police checked home support workers provide affordable support when and where you need it. We employ our own team of fully qualified and experienced nurses, who deliver professional, personalised care in the comfort of your home. Whether you need short-term support after an illness or injury, ongoing clinical care to manage a health condition, or compassionate end-of-life care, our dedicated nursing team is here to help. All Resthaven Community Services employees carry photo identification cards so that you can be sure they are who they say they are.Resthaven has earned a trusted reputation for providing value-for-money, personalised home care to thousands of South Australians every year.With 90 years of experience, Resthaven provides quality in-home care, residential aged care, retirement living, respite, and wellness services across South AustraliaResthaven provides Home Support Services, Exercise and Wellbeing services (individual and group therapies), nursing (from short-term support to end-of-life care), and more.For more information, please call us on (08) 8198 2060 or visit our website.Resthaven Incorporated has been providing services for older people and their carers since 1935.

Our award-winning service employs a health-focused model that engages clients physically, mentally and socially. We have a philosophy of ‘doing with, rather than doing for’ and collaborate with clients in a range of meaningful activities that offer a sense of purpose and fun.Myrtle Cottage activities are designed to suit the interests of each individual in our care, and include: Preparing and enjoying meals together Painting, pottery and handicrafts Writing and performing poetry and music Sensory and productive gardening Quizzes, games and brain training Regular excursions to the beach, zoo, cinema, dance groups and more

Do you care for an older person and would benefit from some support? Resthaven offers access to respite services for the person in your care, which can give you some respite from your caring role - helping you stay well and healthy.Resthaven Respite & Carer Support is available to eligible people in Adelaide Hills, Fleurieu Peninsula, Limestone Coast, Murraylands, Riverland and surrounds.Respite for carers of older people is provided by trained Resthaven home support workers, tailored to suit your needs. Support includes in-home respite support, centre-based extended day, individual and group support, and overnight or emergency respite during the week.Carers need time out to look after themselves and their own needs. This may be going to work, a social engagement, an appointment, a medical procedure, a volunteer commitment, a regular pastime, and so on. About Day Respite: Centre based individual respite Nutritious, home-cooked meals are prepared on site with individual preferences considered Interactive social programs focussing on the abilities and interests of the person being cared for.Relaxed, supportive, enjoyable and secure environment.  About Group Respite: Centre based group day respite Social groupsOvernight respite Resthaven Respite & Carer Support Services has several regional locations at:Newland House1-3 Newland Street, Victor Harbor SA 5211Phone: (08) 8574 511137 Swanport Road, Murray Bridge SA 5253Phone: (08) 8534 2600 9 Rankine Street, Strathalbyn SA 5255Phone: (08) 8536 8737 17 Gordon Street, Naracoorte SA 5271Phone: (08) 8762 4389 1 Loveday Street, Goolwa SA 5214Phone: (08) 8574 511110 Fitzgibbon Court, Mount Gambier SA 5290Phone: (08) 8726 9400 Why choose Resthaven? With 90 years of experience, Resthaven provides quality in-home care, residential aged care, retirement living, respite, and wellness services across South Australia.Resthaven is a not-for-profit, 100% accredited aged care provider Proudly South Australian We provide the full continuum of aged care services, including in-home care, clinical care, and dementia care. We provide home support services with government funding provided under Support at Home, or Commonwealth Home Support Programs, or private funding via Lifestyle Choices Plus. Our qualified, insured, and police checked home support workers provide affordable support when and where you need it. We employ our own team of fully qualified and experienced nurses, who deliver professional, personalised care in the comfort of your home. Whether you need short-term support after an illness or injury, ongoing clinical care to manage a health condition, or compassionate end-of-life care, our dedicated nursing team is here to help. All Resthaven Community Services employees carry photo identification cards so that you can be sure they are who they say they are. We provide support for family carers and listen to your views We provide support for people with diverse backgrounds. We provide tailored home support services to suit your needs and lifestyle. Resthaven has earned a trusted reputation for providing value-for-money, personalised home care to thousands of South Australians every year.The team at Resthaven Community Services also provides Home Support and Wellness Services, which are accessed via government-funded programs Support at Home and Commonwealth Home Support Program, as well as a private fee-for-service option, Lifestyle Choices Plus For more information, call us on 1300 13 66 33 or visit our website. Resthaven Incorporated has been providing services for older people and their carers since 1935.