Toowoomba

The Ozcare Day Respite Centre in Toowoomba is a small centre operating once a week for seniors, adults with a disability, and those in the community who feel isolated or lonely. Enjoy group and individual activities designed to allow friendships to blossom and support your independence, with assistance from our trained and caring staff.

Physical activities include: gentle exercises, indoor games, billiards, carpet bowls, ten pin bowling, dancing, movement to music, outdoor games, croquet, mini golf, bocce, and more.

Mental stimulation activities include: craft, word games, puzzles, group quizzes (scattegories, family feud), board games (dominoes, cards, canasta, euchre, 500, cribbage, sequence, rummy king), reading, and more.

Social activities include: discussion groups, reading groups, concerts, school groups, guest presenters, product/trade demonstrations, outings, and more.

Other activities include:

  • Art events and painting classes
  • Theme days
  • Cooking
  • Outings to Toowoomba and Oakey
  • Indoor bowling and golf

Activities are designed to be enjoyed by everyone regardless of age or impairment. We also provide access to allied health services for those who are Commonwealth Home Support Program (CHSP) clients.

The cost of your care depends on your eligibility for government subsides. The coordinator will discuss this with you when you enquire. The daily fee includes:

  • Care
    Assistance with mobility, meals, personal care, medication, participation in activities, and toileting
  • Meals
    Morning tea and a two course lunch are provided, which cater for all dietary needs. We can also provide you
    with afternoon tea and assistance to eat if required
  • Transport
    Door to door transport with wheelchair access is available, subject to availability. Transport home is usually
    between 2.30pm and 3.30pm. You are welcome to organise your own private transport and off-street parking is
    available
  • Activities
    All activities are designed to be enjoyed by everyone regardless of age or impairment

You can choose to pay at each visit or via direct debit. Find out more about costs and eligibility.

Ozcare Day Respite Centre – Toowoomba, South West Queensland
49 Rome Street
Toowoomba QLD 4350
P: (07) 4639 7834
Opening Hours

Thursday from 10.00am – 2.15pm
Please notify us of cancellations between 7.30am and 8.45am on the day.

Coordinator

Betty Noble
communitycare.toowoomba@ozcare.org.au

You or your carer can call or visit the centre to enquire about vacancies. The coordinator will discuss your care needs and advise you of your eligibility, and the service's availability.

Referrals are also accepted by phone on (07) 4639 7834 or by our Online Referral Form.

Next steps:

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