Ozcare Burleigh Heads Day Respite - St Louise de Marillac Day Respite Centre

Day Respite Centre – Support at Home

Our Burleigh Heads centre is a supportive, friendly environment for seniors and community members who feel isolated or lonely.

Surrounded by beautiful landscaped gardens, the centre features a welcoming outdoor gazebo, ideal for BBQs and picnics. Enjoy group and individual activities that foster friendships and support your independence, with assistance from our trained, caring staff.

Care options

Activities
Care and support
Meals
Transport

Location and contact

8 Matilda Street, Burleigh Heads
Phone: (07) 5507 0870
Email: respite.burleighheads@ozcare.org.au

Opening hours

Monday to Friday from 8 am – 4 pm
Please notify us of late cancellations between 7.30 am and 8.00 am on the day.

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Activities

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Activities

Physical activities include: gentle exercises, indoor games, billiards, kelly pool, carpet bowls, ten-pin bowling, dancing, movement to music, outdoor games, croquet, mini golf, bocce, armchair travel and more.

Mental stimulation activities include: crafts, word games, puzzles, group quizzes (Scattegories, Family Feud), board games (train dominoes, cards, canasta, euchre, 500, cribbage, Sequence, Rummy Kub), reading, access to technology such as computers, and more.

Social activities include: discussion groups, reading groups, concerts, school groups, guest presenters, product/trade demonstrations, outings, and more.

Other activities include:

Lending library with more than 1000 books and DVDs
Events such as visits from the Historical Society, garden clubs, musical entertainers, dancing troupes, and more
Excursions, including visits to parks, gardens, whale watching, fishing, BBQs, picnics, and more

Activities are designed to be enjoyed by everyone, regardless of age or impairment. We also provide access to allied health services for Commonwealth Home Support Program (CHSP) clients.