How Respite Care Can Help You Recharge and Manage Burnout

Caring for a loved one who has a disability or chronic illness can be both a rewarding and challenging experience. However, at times, it can get emotionally and physically demanding, and it’s not uncommon for caregivers to experience burnout and want a break. Respite care is a service that provides temporary relief to caregivers, giving them a break from their caregiving responsibilities. In this article, we’ll explore how respite care can help carers recharge and prevent burnout.

Comic Con City Escape

Are you a fan of comics, cosplay or gaming? You should join us at Grattan House in June to visit the Comic Con Exhibition in the city for the weekend. The Comic Con Exhibition held at Melbourne Exhibition Center. There will be a Cosplay parade, lip sync battles in costumes, a music and enterainment stage, a variety of gaming districts (PC, console and table top), and a just dance arena.

Lights and Colours at Grattan House

Winter break is coming up, and why not have a bright and colourful time in the city? Grattan House has a light and colour themed respite 3 night getaway experience in the city.

Social Saturday’s Movie Club

We are proud to be launching our Social Saturday Events at Grattan House, our Respite Accommodation in the city! Each month is a different theme, ranging from Dessert Socials to Pokemon Club Catch Ups. Social Saturdays is a great chance for you to come down to Grattan House and have a fun time meeting other like-minded people.

Easter Time at Grattan House

Looking to make new friends and have fun doing Easter activities in the holiday break? Join us at Grattan House in April, where you can celebrate Easter time with our super friendly support workers.

Harry Potter Watch Party

We are proud to be launching our Social Saturday Events at Grattan House, our Respite Accommodation in the city! From Watch Parties, Trivia to Painting and Picnics in the Park, come down to Grattan House on a Saturday to meet other like-minded people.

Grattan House Impact: George’s Story

Did you know that Grattan House is not only a great place to explore the city but can really make a difference in someone’s life? We want to share with you George’s story and how Grattan House became a home away from home for this amazing human being.

Relaxing City Escape

Looking for a fun three-day city escape to unwind and have a break from your every day life? Join us in the city for High Tea, Painting, Massage Treatments, Movie Nights, Mocktails and Baking Fun.

Tuesday Treats at Grattan House

The DisabilityCo invite NDIS participants to bake classic desserts and cakes and put their own creative twist. Recipes include cookie dough and cake with your own custom flavour combination, as well as fudgy brownies and self-saucing puddings.