Headway Gippsland Inc.

Caring for people with acquired brain injury and their families.

Headway Gippsland - Great Break Respite

This program is funded by the Department of Human Services to provide respite for family carers whilst at the same time providing recreational activities for people with disabilities.

The program has one day and one over night program per month.  Most costs are covered which enables financially disadvantaged families to participate in the program. Two staff and up to ten participants attend an excellent variety of activities.

Any person with a disability is welcome to join the outings depending on vacancies and entry requirements of Headway Gippsland Inc. Priority will be given on a needs basis and for any eligible person who has not accessed the program before.

Wild & Wicked Weekends

Examples of Activities

· Guided tours of various venues.

· Nature Walks

· Visits to various Floral Festivals.

· Visits to Museums and Galleries.

· Camping trips utilising Headway Gippsland’s camping trailer and equipment..

· Train rides, River cruises.

· Music Festivals

· Craft shows, Markets,  .

· Theatrical Productions, Movies.

· Adventure trips, Archery, Canoeing, Flying fox, Bush walks, Horse riding, Kayaking.

· Specialty restaurants, BBQs.

If I break my legs,

I’ll get some wheels to do my walking;

If I break my voice,

I’ll let my fingers do the talking;

If I break my eyes,

I’ll buy a dog to guide my way;

But what will I do if I break my brain?

To contact us:

Phone:  51277166  

1800 452 452 

Fax: 51272880

Postal Address:                 

PO Box 34 

Yarragon  3823

E-mail: hwABI@bigpond.net.au

Outcomes achieved from  the Great Break Program.

· Strong friendships formed.

· Socially isolated and financially disadvantaged families are able to access the program.

· Excellent group dynamics.

· High participation rates by consumers in activities and planning the program.

· Respite for family carers.

· Community education and acceptance in relation to disabilities.