Kellie King and Daniel House were guest speakers from Housetide Support Services.
Kellie King introduced herself, living in Numurkah for 10 years with two children with disabilities. Struggled to access support services.
Daniel House, based in Albury with 15 years involvement in aged care, disability support, youth and homelessness. Starting in February 2019, now have seven respite houses and 12 vehicles.
Some of services offered:
- In Home Self Care - Assistance in the home with showering, feeding, household duties and more.
- Assistance In The Community - Assistance with trips to the shops, cinema or just getting pampered.
- Appointments - Assistance with transport to and from appointments and attendance if required.
- Short Term Accommodation - 24 hour overnight respite care. Either in home or out of home.
- Holiday Assistance - 24 hour assistance from day trips to extended holidays.
Seven Respite Houses provide double beds, WIFI, Netflix, ducted heating and cooling and outdoor activities. Houses available for adults and kids on weekdays, weekends, short term. medium term and long term.
