I became, in my own mind, part of this family. And they've looked after me with all my needs and it's made me very happy.
– Geoffrey
Dementia can impair a variety of different cognitive functions, and can make day to day functioning difficult. Dementia care requires attentive, specialist attention. Working as a carer for a person with dementia is no easy task. We pride ourselves on making life easier for people with dementia, and for their carers, by providing excellent dementia respite care. Whether it's just for a day or even for weeks at a time, our dementia respite care programs can help.
At MACG, we have homes in 9 locations across Melbourne. With respite care and day respite programs, we've created a welcoming, homely environment in which we can help and support people with dementia.
Any questions? We'll be happy to help.
At MACG, we offer short term stays at our homes for people with dementia, including those living with Alzheimer's disease. Our staff are qualified to help people living with dementia, and can tailor a care program to meet the needs of each individual.
All of our 9 homes across Melbourne and Victoria have everything we need to provide outstanding care. From activities to dietitian-approved meals, there's no better place for dementia respite care.
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Our care homes are welcoming and friendly, with great facilities and expert staff. Regardless of whether a person is coming to stay for a short or a long time, we create a comfortable and inviting atmosphere for them while we provide dementia care.
Everybody has different needs and desires for their lifestyle. We go above and beyond to provide people with dementia with the best possible social, physical, and emotional wellbeing. We can facilitate participation in activities for people living with dementia like:
At MACG, we support a number of charities but the real philanthropy begins with our residents and care teams. Our residents choose which local groups they'd like to support, and organise fundraising activities. From creating arts and crafts to sell in op shops, to bake sales and fundraising, the volunteer programs offer a sense of purpose.
With 9 residential homes across Melbourne and regional Victoria, we provide warm, friendly, exceptional care across the state.
Boronia
Our residents enjoy a warm, homelike atmosphere at the foothills of the Dandenong Ranges.
Carrum Downs
Our residents live happy and fulfilled lives, and we help each person to achieve their best lifestyle.
Narre Warren
Read a good book in front of the warm fireplaces or explore the peaceful, landscaped gardens.
Narre Warren South
Our residents enjoy the beautiful gardens and a range of on-site facilities, including the chicken coop.
Ashwood
In the leafy suburb of Ashwood you will find Grand Cedar Aged Care. See for yourself what makes it special.
Coburg
Residents here appreciate the homelike atmosphere and enjoy the sun in the beautiful outdoor spaces.
Hughesdale
A warm and welcoming environment featuring old-world charm along with modern facilities.
Parkdale
This coastal home features views of Port Philip Bay and courtyards for our residents to enjoy.
Traralgon
Residents cherish the intimate relationships they have with the care team and the wider community.
Everybody coming to stay at an MACG home needs to bring along the following:
We also encourage personal items to be brought along, to help personalise the resident's room.
There are a number of reasons why a person with dementia might come in for respite care. We know that caring for a person with dementia can be difficult. Occasionally, carers need a short break. With dementia care within our homes, we can look after your loved ones for a short or long term stay.
If the qualifications for respite care is met, the respite care can be used for many reasons. Possibly the carer is going on a holiday, or has a work trip, or has had a medical issue and requires emergency dementia respite care. Whatever the reason, respite care for dementia carers is available. The length of time that respite care can be accessed is flexible, too.
When we refer to respite care, we mean a short stay in one of our homes. On the other hand, our respite day program is on offer for people who might be coming to stay for longer time, but want to see if they like our homes before committing. It's a non-committal trip, and helps inform decision making.
We absolutely can. When it comes to food, we go above and beyond with dietitian-approved meal plans. All food is cooked on-site in our professional kitchen.
Dementia respite care is a great way for carers to get a break, confident in the knowledge that great care is still being provided to the person living with dementia while the carer is away. At MACG, we can provide care for a variety of different times and situations. For example, we have day centre care, short term, long term, and emergency respite options.
Carers can access dementia respite care if they care for somebody with dementia. Other forms of respite care are available for carers who look after somebody aged 65 or over (or 50 years or over if the person being cared for is a Torres Strait Islander or an Aboriginal person). Government-subsidised respite care can be accessed for both overnight and day stays in our homes.
Schedule a call with us and get all the information you need.
Call (03) 9071 0802Our friendly team will happily answer any questions you might have.
