For nearly 25 years, Eastern Respite & Recreation has been supporting people with a disability and their families.
Eastern Respite is a dynamic and innovative not-for-profit organisation that provides day program and recreational services to people who have a disability living in Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs.
Eastern Respite was formed in 1985 by a small group of dynamic parents seeking a better quality of life for their children. Four programs were initially established to provide children with disabilities opportunities to develop their skills while also giving families a break from their caring role.
Today Eastern Respite provides services to over 250 people with a disability. Our services aim to support people with a disability to live fulfilling lives with independence and dignity.
Our Mission
“To enhance the quality of life of people with a disability and their carers”
Our Core Values
- Respect
- Integrity
- Inclusion
- Creativity
- Diversity
- Quality
Our Practice
- Eastern Respite and Recreation will:
- Involve and empower people with a disability and their carers within our service and their community
- Operate ethically and with integrity
- Place positive outcomes for people with disabilities at the centre of our decision making processes
- Provide a consultative, participative and supportive work environment
- Encourage creativity, initiative and flexibility in our practices
- Welcome diversity
- Work actively and cooperatively with our local community to improve opportunities for people with disabilities, their carers and their families.
- Manage our services efficiently and accountably
- Develop programs that promote the independence of people with a disability
