Yale Court Wangaratta: Short Term Accommodation (STA) | Respite
For participants with:
Mental Illnesses / Psychosocial Disabilities
Mild-Moderate Intellectual Disabilities (inc. ABI)
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
* Note: Our packages include all food, drink and activities *
The NDIS is now funding participants and their families to have supported short term accommodation and assistant stays as a form of respite.
Yale Court is a head above the rest regarding location, spaciousness, decor, staff and options for food, drink and available activities.
Choice and Control
We all have preferences. Yale Court offers 100% choice and control. With an actual menu for food, beverages and activities. Everything from the firmness of the pillows to the colour emitted from the bedroom lights is adjustable. Each participant’s stay is 100% unique to their preferences and mood on the day.
Comfort
STA is designed as a form of respite, so we decided to go all out and offer a luxurious home-style retreat. Upon stepping in to Yale Court, participants will feel a sense of space and luxury. The accommodation has been fitted out in a French Provincial style, with comfort and relaxation high on the agenda.
Staff
Our select team of experienced and trained staff, are supervised by senior Occupational Therapists on how best to care for and engage with our complex client group. Staff are hand picked according to their their positive, relaxed energy and interpersonal awareness.
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Yale Court’s Offering
The Location:
Set in a quiet court amongst Wangaratta’s popular Cambridge Estate, Yale Court is within 300 meters of walking tracks along the Oven’s River and Mullinmur Wetlands, in addition to the nearby Northern Beaches for swimming and fishing. Central cafes and shops can be accessed via a 4 minute drive, 15 minute cycle or 40 minute walk along the Oven’s River.
The House:
Five bedrooms (able to accommodate individual or group stays of up to four people).
Two large living rooms.
Sensory preferences in each room (light and audio systems).
Fully equipped kitchen and laundry.
Multiple outdoor seating areas.
Private pool and garden.
Activities:
Wangaratta was chosen due to its proximity to various desirable activities.
Prior to arrival participants are provided with options for food, drink and engagement:
Visiting local cafés, restaurants and wineries;
Cycling (bikes provided);
Local bush or river walks;
Fishing (equipment provided);
Mini golf, bowling or a film at the Cinema;
Relaxing around the house;
Swimming, reading or barbecuing by the pool;
Visiting the local gym;
Planning and preparing meals;
Gardening and/or visiting local nurseries.
Duration of Stay:
This all depends on the funding available in the participant’s NDIS plan, more specifically their ‘Core Supports - Assistance with Daily Living’. This can be investigated by reviewing the NDIS plan itself, speaking with the NDIS Coordinator (or Local Area Coordinator (LAC)) or plan manager (agency that pays the invoices). Simply make contact with one of these people/agencies and ask about available funding to be utilised towards Short Term Accommodation (STA).
Cost:
Please note: upon completing a referral form and booking a stay at Yale Court, the price includes the accommodation, staff member, food, drink and entertainment for the entire duration. If transport to Yale Court is an issue, please make mention of this in the referral.
Our pricing is set at the NDIS specified rates, based on ratio of support (i.e. individual or group stays), the day of the week and duration. Click here to review the NDIS Price Guide, with the prices listed on page 46.
All referrals must be submitted via the referral form below. Please provide all information on the form so as not to delay the process. We will be in touch.
