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 Who
is Eligible ?
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who are cared for by
family members in preference to nursing home or hostel care, with
low care needs. Individual needs are assessed by the Aged Care Assessment
Team.
 How
long can I stay ?
Stays can be up to 60 days per year. This can be broken up into blocks
to suit your needs.
What is provided ?
24 hour care is provided plus all meals. All rooms are self-contained.
All you need to bring are your personal items.
 How
many clients can be accommodated ?
Five beds in all are available for single and married couples. One
disabled room is available with wheelchair access for shower and toilet
facilities.
What other activities are provided
?
We also provide day respite care with organised activities e.g.. ceramics,
crafts, painting, handicrafts, reading to the visually impaired. All
day respite services include morning tea and lunch when necessary.
A fee of $3.00 per person per day is charged to cover these items.
 Is
medical treatment available at the centre ?
Medical treatment is not carried out by staff at the centre, as it
is a low care accommodation centre. Medical treatment can be arranged
if required.
Who much will it cost ?
Contact Canowindra to discuss costs in respect to your personal situation.
Ph (07) 5536 2105
Fax (07) 5536 3813
email admin@cedrichouse.com
Coordinator - Veronese Burgess
 History
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Canowindra Tweed Byron
Aged & Disabled Aboriginal Corporation was established
in May 1991.
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The Community Aged
Care Package Program commenced in December 1996.
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Funding was secured
in 1995 to establish a five bedroom respite care centre
in Tweed Heads.
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At the time of the
opening of the respite care centre the founders of Canowindra
had all passed on and "Cedric House" is dedicated
in memory of them.
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