Sydney respite centre for people with a south east Asian background
The Minister for Ageing Justine Elliot and Federal Member for Lowe John Murphy have opened a respite care service for those with a South East Asian background.
Mrs Elliot said dementia sufferers and their carers would now be able to get much needed support from an innovative and culturally considerate respite service.
“The So Wai Lifestyle Activity Centre located in Burwood – will provide day respite services for dementia sufferers and their carers,” Mrs Elliot said.
“The centre will provide a variety of activities to help people with dementia retain daily living skills – such as cooking, washing and exercise. As well as provide social outings to help them stay connected to their local communities.”
The Australian Government will provide just over $1.1 million over four years to fund the operation of the centre – as well as $75,000 in one-off funding for furniture, equipment and culturally relevant resources.
The So Wai Lifestyle Activity Centre will cater particularly for people of a South East Asian and Korean background.
It will be a resource hub for carers and service providers, offering bilingual audio visual and culturally relevant information and advice.
Alternative therapies such as aromatherapy, pet and music therapies will also be provided to assist with physical and emotional enhancement.
