Hunter Region
Newcastle
Raymond Terrace
Our respite home in Raymond Terrace is a highly sought-after space in the Hunter Region, purpose-built to support people with high physical support needs. Staff at Raymond Terrace have specialist training to work alongside participants who need additional support, helping you feel safe, confident and content during your stay.
Features:
- 5 bedrooms
- All rooms have ceiling hoists and individual air conditioners
- Full kitchen facilities
- Staff on-site 24/7
- 2 accessible bathrooms
- 2 large living rooms and a sunroom
- Undercover outdoor area
- Beautiful gardens with two covered areas for relaxing
The Lakehouse, Eleebana
The Lakehouse at Eleebana is a beautiful property just minutes away from Lake Macquarie, Australia’s largest coastal saltwater lake. At the Lakehouse we specialise in supporting children and teenagers to relax and spend time with new people of a similar age and interests, creating independence (and fun!) away from home.
Features:
- 4 bedrooms
- Air conditioning
- Full kitchen facilities
- Staff on-site 24/7
- 2 accessible bathrooms, one with a shower bed
- Playground
- Outdoor covered area with BBQ and space for dining and lounging
- Large secure backyard with a Liberty Swing
Being so close to Lake Macquarie, you can also do outdoor activities like fishing, kayaking and water skiing. There are also trendy cafes, restaurants, a cinema and art galleries nearby.
What can I do in Newcastle?
You are minutes away from the stunning beaches in Newcastle and around 40 minutes from the dunes and national parks of Port Stephens. Being a major city, you also have access to great shopping and social activities, such as:
- Check out the beaches – there are too many amazing spots to count!
- Take a dip at Newcastle Ocean Baths
- Visit the Newcastle Museum or Art Gallery
- Go for a wander along Fernleigh Track
- Try the latest in culinary delights by visiting Newcastle’s café and restaurant scene
- Explore the great outdoors at Lake Macquarie
- Picnic to your heart’s content
- Shop at boutiques or large, centrally located shopping centres
- Go for a day trip to the Hunter Valley vineyards
Maitland
Ashtonfield and Grevillea
We have two respite homes located side-by-side near Maitland. The site is in the heart of the Hunter Valley, close to local shops and beautiful wine country. These fully accessible respite spaces with well trained staff are particularly suitable for participants who need additional supports.
Ashtonfield features:
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Grevillea features:
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What can I do in Maitland?
Maitland is a charming town known for its history, arts community and up-and-coming food scene. You can:
- Take a stroll along the East Maitland Heritage Walk
- Visit the Maitland Regional Art Gallery
- Grab a coffee and something sweet or savoury at one of the local cafes
- Picnic at Maitland Park which also has a liberty swing
- Go for a day trip to the Hunter Valley vineyards
- Check out the boutique shopping and dining precinct in Morpeth
- Visit the Purple Pear Farm – a small biodynamic permaculture farm
