Respite Care

An opportunity for you and your loved one to rest and revitalise.

At Mercy Community, we understand that caring for your loved one is your number one priority.

Our respite services offer you the support you need to maintain the utmost level of care for yourself and your loved one.

Respite care offers you a temporary break from routine caregiving duties, with peace of mind that your loved one is receiving quality care in a homely environment.

Whether you require additional support due to a change in care needs, are going away on holidays, or simply need some time to rest and recharge, Mercy Community caters for a range of circumstances.

A stay in Respite Care also offers your loved one the opportunity to experience life in our aged care residences, should the need for full time care arise.

Our flexible services provide for overnight, short-term and longer respite stays. Located at our modern Nudgee aged care residence on the north side of Brisbane, in a peaceful bushland setting.

Our residential communities provide a welcoming environment where your loved one can be as social and active, or independent and private as they want.

All rooms provide 24/7 nursing care, and our respite care residents have access to all services, programs and activities that Residential Aged Care has to offer. Find out more here.

Experience the Mercy Community difference:

How do I access Mercy Community’s Respite Care?

There’s two options:

  1. Government-funded care, requiring an Aged Care Assessment Team (ACAT) assessment, with no out of pocket expense.
  2. Privately-funded care, providing faster access, with no ACAT assessment delays.

Contact our Aged Care Services, Respite Care team today!