❓ A WA parliamentary question seeks information on respite programs for country adults with neuro-muscular disabilities, specifically in-home care. The answer outlines available services through NGOs and Local Area Coordinators.
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(2) Is there any respite program available for country adults who suffer from a neuro-muscular disability?
(3) Is there any service that offers in-home respite care?
(3) Is there any service that offers in-home respite care?
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Answered
13 November 2007
Responded by
Minister for Disability Services
Response time
28 days
(1) Rocky Bay has not had a Country Respite Program. There have been occasions where people from the country have accessed respite through Rocky Bay's facilities in the metropolitan area.
(2) Respite programs for adults who have a disability are provided by a number of non-government organisations throughout country regions, including Anglicare, Perth Home Care Services and a network of Family Support Associations throughout regional areas.
(3) Service providers in country areas provide a range of flexible respite options, which include in-home respite. Local Area Coordinators can assist families to access the various respite options.
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(2) Respite programs for adults who have a disability are provided by a number of non-government organisations throughout country regions, including Anglicare, Perth Home Care Services and a network of Family Support Associations throughout regional areas.
(3) Service providers in country areas provide a range of flexible respite options, which include in-home respite. Local Area Coordinators can assist families to access the various respite options.
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