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What We Offer
St. Mark’s Adult Day Centre caters for the social needs of frail, aged and/or disabled adults residing in the city of Monash with small groups available for the people with memory loss.

By providing opportunities to socialise, participate in planned activities and mix with others who may have similar abilities the Centre aims to maintain and enhance the independence and quality of life of the persons attending , as well as providing respite and support for their carers.

The professional staff and specifically trained volunteers provide a friendly, flexible program, delivered in an atmosphere which reflects the values of love, acceptance, trust and joyfulness.

Located in the St. Mark’s Uniting Church Complex, the Centre has an attractive garden, access for people with disabilities, heating and air conditioning.
 

In General
A person may be referred from any source, but participation is subject to an assessment. A client’s placement is subject to a suitable vacancy. A waiting list may occur.
  • Home style meals that cater for all diets
  • Cultural and religious support
  • Special ‘theme days’
  • Music Therapy
  • There is an emphasis on independence and person-centred care
  • Assistance is available for all aspects of personal care
  • On-call Division 1 Nurse
  • Regular outings
  • Client committee
Planned Activity Groups
  • Daily groups Monday – Friday 10am – 3pm
  • Special interest groups and activities
  • Gardening Group
  • Visiting entertainers and speakers
  • Saturday’s group goes ’Out For The Day’
  • Light exercise program
  • Cost: There is a sliding scale. Pensioners pay $10 per session
  • Volunteers and staff provide transport if possible.
Respite Services

Overnight – The Cottage
  • Operates 4 consecutive nights each fortnight
  • 24 hour care and supervision
  • On – call Division 1 Nurse
  • Shared or single rooms
  • Daily ‘Planned Activity Groups’
  • Secure purpose built environment
  • Music Therapy
  • Visits from family and friends are welcome and encouraged at all times
  • Cost: There is a sliding scale. Pensioners pay $30 per overnight stay
  • Eligibility criteria apply
Occasional
In home, community or day centre based available for:
  • Appointments
  • Special Events
  • Emergencies
Working Carers
  • Designed to support working carers where possible, 8am – 6pm
Carers Network
  • Monthly get together over leisurely lunch
  • Training, support, information and counselling plus regular outings







Location
Edward Street, Chadstone, Vic 3148
Melways Map 69, K1

Funding
St. Mark’s Planned Activity Group and Respite Service are Funded Through grants from the Federal and State Governments via the Home and Community Care(HACC) program and the National Respite for Carers(NRCP) program.

St. Mark’s also works closely with, and receives funding from, UnitingCare Community Options, UnitingCare Community Services and Uniting Aged Care.

St. Mark’s Adult Day Services are apart of the wider St Mark’s Community and an agency of UnitingCare Victoria and Tasmania

St Marks Adult Day Centre
7 Edward Street
Chadstone 3148
Victoria

t: 03 9807 3634
f: 03 9807 7366
e: stmarks@stmarksadc.com.au

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