About Centre-based Respite for Children
Cerebral Palsy Alliance offers planned residential respite stays for children with cerebral palsy or similar conditions at two respite centres in Sydney – Dee Why and Castle Hill.
Children stay at a comfortable, purpose-built 5 bedroom house with trained staff on duty at all times that the children are in residence. These staff provide the children with support in all areas of daily living, including personal care, domestic assistance and access to activities and events in the community. Outings are planned according to the interests of the children.
The service is NOT an emergency respite service.
Who is Eligible?
Children with cerebral palsy or similar conditions aged 9 to 18 years
Families may book in advance according to their needs. Children can stay on a monthly or bi-monthly basis, depending upon demand. Bookings can sometimes be made at short notice subject to availability.
When and Where is it Available?
Weekends and school holidays at Dee Why. Weekdays, weekends and school holidays at Castle Hill (short to medium stays of 1 to 6 days). Both services close at Easter and during the Christmas/New Year period.
Cost
A stay at one of the Children’s Respite Centres is a subsidised daily rate of $19. Clients are also required to cover the cost of outings, e.g. movie tickets or entry fees.
Contact
- Leone Lanz, Community Living Manager North and East Sydney
- Cerebral Palsy Alliance
- 189 Allambie Road, Allambie Heights, NSW 2100
- PO Box 184, Brookvale, NSW 2100
- Phone
- 02 9975 8445 (+61 2 9975 8445)
- Fax
- 02 9453 3602 (+61 2 9453 3602)
