How ECH Supports Carers

Identifying yourself as a carer can feel strange when you’re a family member or a friend.

However, adding a label to the role you play in your loved one’s life doesn’t have to change your relationship. Instead, the title of “Carer” acts to recognise the valuable support you provide.

Caring for someone may look like…

• Trips to the grocery store for their weekly shop.
• Helping them shower, dress or brush their hair.
• Managing their medications and medical appointments.
• Cleaning their home when it gets untidy.
• Helping to wash and dry laundry.
• Mowing the lawn and tending to an overgrown garden.
• Preparing meals for your loved one.

We offer Day Programs and Dementia Day Respite so you can enjoy some much-needed time, knowing your loved one is well cared for.

If you’re looking for a respite care option, our Day Programs and Dementia Day Respite are created to provide both an enjoyable and safe experience for your loved one, as well as the opportunity for you to take a well-earned break.

Our centres take on the role of caregiver for the day, so you can attend appointments, spend time with friends or simply press pause and take a moment for yourself.

Day Programs are welcoming for all; specifically developed for those who are socially isolated, the schedule considers your loved one’s interests, needs and abilities with their activities. We also offer Dementia Day Respite, like a Day Program, but tailored to the needs of those experiencing memory loss or Dementia. You can relax, knowing they are enjoying a warm and welcoming environment and cared for by professionals.

Our centres that offer Day Programs and Dementia Day Respite are conveniently located at Smithfield, Firle, Happy Valley and Henley Beach running Monday to Friday 9:30am-3:30pm.

Day Programs

At ECH, we’re here to support your loved one to stay comfortable and safe in their own home. For you as their carer, we’re here to ease your load and provide peace of mind knowing your loved one has daily home tasks covered.

Our Independence At Home services include:

• Personal care assistance to help with daily tasks like showering or getting dressed.
• Domestic assistance like household chores.
• Shopping and meal preparation.

Support at Home

As a carer, all our Wellness services and Exercise classes are available to you on a self-funded basis. This supportive environment allows you a moment of respite and a peaceful space to take some time out, destress and maintain or improve your physical wellbeing.

• Exercise Classes: Maintain or improve your fitness in a fun and relaxed environment.
• Relaxation: From Tai Chi to Remedial Massage, these services allow you precious time to decompress.
• Wellness: If you’re looking for further wellbeing services, our Allied Health professionals including Physiotherapists, Podiatrists and Dieticians can help.

Wellness Services

All ECH Services are available on a self-funded basis or through government funding, like the Support at Home program.

Our services require an initial assessment to tailor a program for you and your loved one.

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