CROYDON HOSTEL

Hostel care is one of the major services provided by the Elderly Australian Chinese Homes for the frail aged. Its Croydon Hostel is situated at 17-19 Brady Street, Croydon [MAP] and has been operating since 7th February 1990.

Approved and funded by both the Federal Government and State Government, the hostel has 18 rooms and is operating to full capacity while the waiting list is over 100.

Objective
To provide long-term as well as respite accommodation.

Eligibility
To be eligible, a person must be of Chinese origin and over 65 years old. It is also assessed on the basis of individual needs, taking into account applicant's medical, social and environmental requirements.

Service Fee
85% of the Age Pension

Application
Details in http://www.each.org.au/ english/form/services.html

Services
Personal care
Dressing and undressing, bathing and laundry
Assistance in medication and help with fitting hearing aids
Toileting and personal hygiene
Special meals and diet
Short-term illnesses
Mobility activities and social functions - outings, visitations or shopping trips
Rehabilitative, emotional or dementia support
Assistance in welfare related matters