Social Support Group

Delivering care and support to older persons, living in the community, to maximise their independence and to help them to remain living at home.

Purpose

The Mercy Community, Rockhampton Social Support Group provides community participation and inclusion through structured, group-based activities that develops and supports independent living with social interaction.

Activities are designed to encourage friendships and connections and reduce social isolation.

Who can come to the centre?

While everyone eligible is welcome at our centre, admission is dependent upon your government eligibility or My Aged Care assessment. Feel free to enquire for more information regarding your specific circumstances.

Service delivery

Mercy Community, Aged Care Services aims to meet the needs of each individual client during their time at our centre. We also provide support services, which meet the needs of all consumers and carers involved with our centre.

Who can refer clients' to the centre?

The Centre accepts referrals directly or through My Aged Care. All clients needs are assessed before commencing their attendance at The Centre. Interested clients should contact My Aged Care at 1800 200 422.

Our services include:

Pick up and drop off to your door (with wheelchair access) within Rockhampton city limits

Morning tea and lunch

Programs based on individual choice

Concerts and musical activities

Gardening

Exercise sessions

Craft

Cards, board games and bingo

Movies

Tech savvy sessions

How much does it cost?

Services are accessible through a range of funding supports, including private health, Commonwealth Home Support Program (CHSP), Short-Term Restorative Care (STRC), NDIS, fee-for-service (FFS) or brokered arrangements.

This service is supported by the Australian Government Department of Health. Visit the Department of Health website (health.gov.au) for more information.

Arrange an assesment today!

To arrange an assessment call My Aged Care on 1800 200 422.

For general enquiries call contact our Home Care team: