Mount Alexander Shire Accommodation & Respite Group
MASARG (Mount Alexander Accomodation and Respite Group) an independent group of parents, carers and community members working to address the critical need for temporary respite and long term accommodation for adults with disabilities in the Castlemaine area.
We started around a kitchen table as a support group for parents of intellectually disabled adults. We raised funds from the local community and received government grants and built a respite house that opened in 2016. Amicus operates the respite house on behalf of MASARG.
For enquires about respite stays please contact Amicus —
(03) 5441 2666
pathways@amicus.org.au
24/7 respite is available on the rural fringe of Castlemaine and features:
- Spacious landscaped grounds in a rural environment
- All abilities bathrooms, one with ceiling hoist and walk-in bath
- All abilities kitchen with adjustable bench heights.
- Two large living areas with abundant natural lighting and soft couches
- Four bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms
- An area at one end of the respite house can be closed off, to create a private space with access to a lounge area, bathroom, kitchenette and bedroom when requested or required
- Large meeting room with board table and kitchenette
- Staff sleepover area and office space
- Fully equipped laundry facilities
- Amicus vehicle to access the community.