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Holiday Programs (Vacational Care)
- What are Holiday and Out of School Hours Programs?
During school holiday periods, and out of school hours, additional programs and camps provide respite care. Councils, schools, recreation organisations, aquatic centres, libraries and community organisations run these programs.
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- CHILD
EAST OUTER MELBOURNE INCLUSION SUPPORT AGENCY
511 Burwood Highway
Wantirna 3152
An initiative of the Inclusion and Professional Support Program funded by the Australian Government and provided by local Government. The East Outer Melbourne ISA covers the municipal areas of Knox, Maroondah and Yarra Ranges, under Knox City Council as lead agency in partnership with the Shire of Yarra Ranges.
INCLUSION SUPPORT FACILITATORS (ISF)
ISFs work directly with eligible childcare services to build their capacity to create an environment inclusive of all children, including those with additional needs, children with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and refugee and recent immigrant backgrounds. Services include occasional care, long day care and family day care, in-home care, as well as after school and vacation care.
Eligibility for Support:
Children from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds including refugee children and Australian South Sea Islander children.
Children with ongoing high support needs including children with a disability
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children
Who is it for? For children aged -0 12 years, but can include young people up to the age of 18 years attending after school and/or vacation/holiday programs. The program requiring assistance to contact the Inclusion Support Agency for support and / or consultation.
Program Hours:
Office Hours: 9.00am 5.00pm, Monday - Friday.
For more information please contact:
Telephone: 9298 8150
Freecall:
Facsimile: 9298 8324
Email: knoxcc@knox.vic.gov.au
Website: Knox City Council
HAWTHORN AQUATIC & LEISURE CENTRE - CRAZY DAZE / AWESOME ADVENTURES PROGRAMS
Linda Crescent
Hawthorn 3122
A school holiday program offering in house and excursion based activities. It is CCB claimable (Commonwealth Childcare Benefit).
Who is it for? Crazy Daze: 5 - 11 years (excursion and in house based). Awesome Adventures: special needs 12 - 20 years (excursion based)
Program Hours: 8.30am - 5.30pm, Monday - Friday during school holidays.
Office Hours: 9.00am - 5.00pm, Monday - Friday.
For more information please contact:
Telephone: 8862 9100
Freecall:
Facsimile: 9815 0268
Email: hawthorn@ymca.org.au
Website:
INCLUSION SUPPORT AGENCY EAST MIDDLE MELBOURNE
The Inclusion and Professional Support Program is funded by the Australian Government. The Inclusion Support Agency, East Middle Melbourne, covers the municipal areas of Boroondara, Manningham, Monash & Whitehorse. The Inclusion Support Agency general website can be accessed at: www.monash.vic.gov.au/services/field-officers.htm. General enquiries can be made by emailing inclusion@monash.vic.gov.au. Requests for support can be made by contacting each municipal office and requesting Inclusion Support Facilitator assistance.
The Program aims to support staff to successfully include children with additional needs into child care services. The services are required to be Commonwealth approved and offer Childcare Benefit to families. Child care services can request support when a child enrols in their centre or when inclusion issues are identified.
INCLUSION SUPPORT FACILITATORS (ISF)
ISFs work directly with the eligible childcare services when a request is made. The ISF aims to build the services capacity to create an environment inclusive of all children.
Services Include:
occasional care
long day care
family day care
in-home care
after school and
vacation care
Eligibility for Support:
Children from Culturally and Linguistically Diverse backgrounds including refugee children
Children with ongoing high support needs including children with a disability
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children
City of Monash Lead Agency
Phone: 9518 3548
Fax: 9518 3444
Address: PO Box 1
Glen Waverley 3150
Website: Monash City Council
ISA General Website: Inclusion Support Facilitators
City of Boroondara
Phone: 9278 4617
Fax: 9278 4611
Address: Private bag 1
Camberwell 3124
City of Manningham
Phone: 9840 9394
Fax: 9848 3100
Address: PO Box 1
Doncaster 3108
City of Whitehorse
Phone: 9872 3246
Fax: 9873 8613
Address: 15 Brunswick Road
Mitcham 3110
Who is it for? For children aged 0 12 years, but can include young people up to the age of 18 years attending after school and/or vacation/holiday programs. The program requiring assistance to contact the Inclusion Support Agency for support and / or consultation.
Program Hours:
Office Hours: 9.00am 5.00pm, Monday - Friday.
For more information please contact:
Telephone: 9518 3548 (Monash - lead agency)
Freecall:
Facsimile: 9518 3444
Email: inclusion@monash.vic.gov.au
Website: Inclusion Support Facilitators
INTERCHANGE INNER EAST RECREATION PROGRAM
2 Kendall Street
Canterbury 3126
Interchange Inner East is a community based not-for-profit organisation which provides planned respite programs that are responsive to the changing needs of families and their children/young adults with disabilities. At present Interchange Inner East provides a range of programs each of which differ to suit individual needs. They are the Host Program, the Recreation Program, the Flexible Family Support Program and the Individual Care Program.
The Recreation Program provides respite to families through regular planned social and recreational group activities for young people. Young people who have a disability are able to experience a variety of community based activities, develop social skills and increase their level of independence.
Recreation groups are formed taking into consideration the age and abilities of the participants.
Groups cater to individuals between the ages of 12 35.
Each group has one to three respite care workers, as well as, a pool of volunteers providing support.
Groups meet at least once a month, usually on a Saturday, for recreational activities. In addition, groups have weekends away during the year.
School holiday activities and camps for 12 18 year olds are run in each of the school holidays for current participants.
Who is it for? People aged 12 35 years living in the areas of Boroondara, Manningham, Monash & Whitehorse.
Program Hours: Weekends and school holidays
Office Hours: 9.00am 5.00pm, Monday - Friday
For more information please contact:
Telephone: 9836 9811
Freecall:
Facsimile: 9888 5272
Email: vivienne@iie.org.au or hayley@iie.org.au
Website: Interchange Inner East
INTERCHANGE OUTER EAST - OUTREACH
5 - 7 Yose Street
Ferntree Gully 3156
A non-profit, community based organisation which provides support to families who have a child or a young person with a disability.
Outreach is a coordinated program which helps children with disabilities access local community social and recreational programs, including school holiday activities. Children access programs with assistance of a support worker provided by Interchange Outer East.
Who is it for? Children aged 5 12 years living in the Shire of Yarra Ranges.
Program Hours: During the school holidays.
Office Hours: 9.00am - 5.00pm, Monday - Friday.
For more information please contact:
Telephone: 9758 5522
Freecall:
Facsimile: 9758 5899
Email: kieran.cantwell@ioe.org.au
Website: Interchange Outer East
INTERCHANGE OUTER EAST - SCHOOL HOLIDAY PROGRAM
5 - 7 Yose Street
Ferntree Gully 3156
A non-profit, community based organisation which provides support to families who have a child or a young person with a disability.
Camps and day activities are run during school holiday periods. All camps and day activities are managed by the School Holiday Program Coordinator and run by Interchange staff. Volunteers provide 1:1 assistance with personal care and participation in activities.
The School Holiday Program caters for all abilities with specialised camps and activities offered for children with specific needs.
Due to the number of applications, camps and holiday activities are not available to siblings.
SCHOOL HOLIDAY CAMPS are held at various accredited camp sites throughout Victoria, with cabin or dormitory style accommodation (not under canvas). Activities, both on and off site, guarantee a full program of fun and memorable camp experiences for everyone. Camps are generally between 3 and 5 days duration and on average 15 participants, 15 volunteers and 3 staff attend each camp.
SCHOOL HOLIDAY ACTIVITIES are fun, community based activities eg. rollerskating, bowling, swimming, playgrounds, outings to theme parks, the zoo and more.
Who is it for? Children 4 - 18 years living in the areas of Maroondah, Knox and Shire of Yarra Ranges.
Program Hours: 10.00am - 5.00pm, Monday - Friday during the school holidays.
Office Hours: 9.00am - 5.00pm, Monday - Friday.
For more information please contact:
Telephone: 9758 5522
Freecall:
Facsimile: 9758 5899
Email: karina.taylor@ioe.org.au
rachael dewhurst@ioe.org.au
Website: Interchange Outer East
MANNINGHAM ACTIVITIES SPECIAL KIDS (MASK)
699 Doncaster Road
Doncaster 3108
MASK is a school holiday program for kids with special needs. It caters for school aged children, living at home with parents / guardians and is divided into 2 groups.
The 5-12 year old group is run from Bulleen Heights School for approx 5 days each holiday period. This program is funded by Manningham City Council, 1st priority is for Manningham residents.
The 13-18 year old group runs at Heatherwood School, this runs everyday of each school holiday period. This program is jointly funded by DHS and Manningham City Council, 1st priority is for EMR residents.
The aim of the program is to provide respite to carers and provide children and young adults with opportunities to meet new friends, develop social skills and access the community in a holiday atmosphere.
Who is it for? Children aged 5 18 years.
Program Hours: Monday Friday during school holidays. Younger Group 9.00am 4.45pm. Older Group 8.00am 5.45pm
Office Hours: 9.30am 5.00pm, Monday, Tuesday & Thursday. 8.30 am 4.30pm, Wednesday & Friday.
For more information please contact:
Telephone: 9840 9700
Freecall:
Facsimile: 9840 9755
Email: mask@manningham.vic.gov.au
Website: MASK
MONASH SDS HOLIDAY PROGRAM & TEENAGE HOLIDAY PROGRAM
15 - 25 Academy Avenue
Wheelers Hill 3150
Vacation programs usually run the first week of each school holiday period and for 2 weeks during the January vacation. Child Care benefit is available.
Who is it for? Children 5 - 18 years who have an intellectual disability or a developmental delay.
Program Hours: 8.30am- 5.00pm, Monday - Friday during the school holidays.
Office Hours: 9.00am - 3.30pm, Monday - Friday (during school term).
For more information please contact:
Telephone: 9239 7400
Freecall:
Facsimile: 9239 7444
Email: johnston.helen.e@edumail.vic.gov.au
Website:
MT EVELYN SPECIAL DEVELOPMENT SCHOOL - VACATION CARE PROGRAM
Cnr Hereford & Old Hereford Roads
Mt Evelyn 3796
An activity and excursion based program for children / adolescents with an intellectual disability aged between 6 and 18 years.
Who is it for? Children / adolescents living in the Outer Eastern suburbs of Melbourne who have an intellectual disability.
Program Hours: 9.00am - 5.00pm, part of school holidays.
Office Hours: 9.00am - 4.30pm, school days.
For more information please contact:
Telephone: 9736 2499
Freecall:
Facsimile: 9736 3430
Email: mount.evelyn.sds@edumail.vic.gov.au
Website:
PEOPLE OUTDOORS
Suite 9, 950 Main Road
Eltham 3095
People Outdoors is a community based non-profit organisation. We aim to provide "Adventure for All" through various types of programs to enable children, teenagers and adults with disabilities to participate in outdoor adventure programs and camping experiences. We supply trained volunteers (1:1 support care) for all individuals to attend camps and recreational activities along with a program leader who oversees the safety and running of the program.
In the January and July school holidays an "Adventure for All Camp" is run for people living in the Eastern Metropolitan Region of Melbourne with an unpaid carer.
Who is it for? People aged 6 - 18 years.
Program Hours: Weekdays in school holidays.
Office Hours: 9.00am - 5.00pm, Monday - Friday.
For more information please contact:
Telephone: 9430 2950
Freecall:
Facsimile: 9431 1733
Email: peopleoutdoors@auscamps.asn.au
Website: People Outdoors
VILLA MARIA - AFTER SCHOOL AND VACATION CARE PROGRAM
535 - 537 High Street Road
Mt Waverley 3149
Outer Encounters is an After School and Vacation Care Program which offers an exciting range of recreation and centre based programs for school aged children and teenagers with a disability, living in the Outer Eastern Region of Melbourne.
Working in partnership with Mt Evelyn Special Development School, Villa Maria receives funding from the Australian Government to operate the program which is based at Mt Evelyn.
Activities are age appropriate, fun and challenging, and provide great opportunities to make new friends and explore a variety of activities. Our staff are experienced, enthusiastic, friendly and understanding. We enjoy having fun on our programs, helping participants develop new skills, gain independence, explore and embrace new activities, celebrate achievements and positively engage with peers in the community.
Who is it for? School aged children and teenagers living in the Outer Eastern Metropolitan Region of Melbourne.
Program Hours: After school - 3.00pm - 6.00pm, Monday - Friday. Vacation Care - one week of each school holidays, 9.00am - 5.00pm, Monday - Friday.
Office Hours: 9.00am - 5.00pm, Monday - Friday.
For more information please contact:
Telephone: 9736 1476 or 9809 6823
Freecall:
Facsimile: 9803 0800
Email: respite.services@villamaria.com.au
Website: Villa Maria
VILLA MARIA - FLEXIBLE RESPITE PROGRAM
535 - 537 High Street Road
Mt Waverley 3149
Flexible Respite offers an exciting range of recreational and camping programs for children and adolescents with a disability. The program offers a range of fun and challenging activities that provide great opportunities to make new friends in a safe and supported environment.
Who is it for? People aged 6 - 18 years living in the Eastern Metropolitan Region of Melbourne.
Program Hours: During school holidays - Monday to Friday.
Office Hours: 9.00am - 5.00pm, Monday - Friday.
For more information please contact:
Telephone: 9809 6823
Freecall:
Facsimile: 9803 0800
Email: respite.services@villamaria.com.au
Website: Villa Maria
VILLA MARIA - GREAT BREAK HOLIDAY PROGRAM
535 - 537 High Street Road
Mt Waverley 3149
The Great Break Holiday Program provides an opportunity to make lasting friendships, have fun, get involved in the community and develop independence skills, by participating in an exciting range of recreation programs for adolescents with a disability. Activities are age appropriate, fun and challenging, and provide great opportunities to make new friends and explore a variety of activities.
Who is it for? People aged 12 - 18 years living in the Eastern Metropolitan Region of Melbourne.
Program Hours: School holidays
Office Hours: 9.00am - 5.00pm, Monday - Friday.
For more information please contact:
Telephone: 9809 6823
Freecall:
Facsimile: 9803 0800
Email: respite.services@villamaria.com.au
Website: Villa Maria
WHITEHORSE INTEGRATED HOLIDAY PROGRAM (WHIP)
Vermont South Special School
Livingstone Road
Vermont South 3133
Offer a range of activities for a group of six children in house during school holidays.
Who is it for? Children aged 5 12 years with a disability who live or go to school in the City of Whitehorse.
Program Hours: 10.00am 4.00pm on varied days.
Office Hours: 9.00am 5.00pm, Monday - Friday.
For more information please contact:
Telephone: 9878 9898
Freecall:
Facsimile:
Email:
Website:
- ADULT
VILLA MARIA - SUMMER HOLIDAY PROGRAM
535 - 537 High Street Road
Mt Waverley 3149
The Summer Holiday Program provides an opportunity to make lasting friendships, have fun, get involved in the community and develop independence skills, by participating in an exciting range of recreation programs for adults with a disability. Activities are age appropriate, fun and challenging, and provide great opportunities to make new friends and explore a variety of actities.
Who is it for? People aged 16 years - 64 years living in the Eastern Metropolitan Region of Melbourne
Program Hours: 15 days during the December - January school holidays
Office Hours: 9.00am - 5.00pm, Monday - Friday.
For more information please contact:
Telephone: 9809 6823
Freecall:
Facsimile: 9803 0800
Email: respite.services@villamaria.com.au
Website: Villa Maria
- CHILD & ADULT
ABLE AUSTRALIA - HOLIDAY PROGRAM
616 Riversdale Road
Camberwell 3166
Able Respite provides respite days during the school holidays for people with all disabilities, including Deafblindness.
Who is it for? People aged 6 - 64 years.
Program Hours: One or two days during the week.
Office Hours: 9.00am - 5.00pm, Monday - Friday.
For more information please contact:
Telephone:
Freecall: 1300 225 369
Facsimile: 9882 9210
Email: info@ableaustralia.org.au
Website: Able Australia
MANNINGHAM YMCA - LEISURE ACCESS PROGRAM (SHLAP)
YMCA Community Wellness Centre
3 Mitchell Street
East Doncaster 3109
The Leisure Access Program (LAP) is a recreational and social program developed for teenagers and young adults in the Manningham area living with disabilities. Placed into groups (determined by function levels and program suitability), a variety of programs are offered, which are suitable to each particular group's needs and interests whilst also providing respite for parents and carers. Activities are run as either a day program on a Saturday or an evening program on a Wednesday, dependent upon the group. School holiday programs (SHLAP) also offer an opportunity for all the LAP members to get to know each other and socialise with their friends. All groups are fully supervised and supported by qualified and enthusiastic staff during each activity.
Who is it for? Three groups
Red: High needs, challenging behaviour
Green: 12-25 (approx) years old
Rap: Quite independent over 25 year olds
Program Hours: Variable, weekdays during school holidays.
Office Hours: 9.00am - 5.00pm, Wednesday. 9.00am - 1.00pm, Friday.
For more information please contact:
Telephone: 9848 9544
Freecall:
Facsimile: 9848 7455
Email: lap@ymca.org.au
Website:
VILLA MARIA - SUMMER HOLIDAY PROGRAM
535 - 537 High Street Road
Mt Waverley 3149
The Summer Holiday Program provides an opportunity to make lasting friendships, have fun, get involved in the community and develop independence skills, by participating in an exciting range of recreation programs for adults with a disability. Activities are age appropriate, fun and challenging, and provide great opportunities to make new friends and explore a variety of actities.
Who is it for? People aged 16 years - 64 years living in the Eastern Metropolitan Region of Melbourne
Program Hours: 15 days during the December - January school holidays
Office Hours: 9.00am - 5.00pm, Monday - Friday.
For more information please contact:
Telephone: 9809 6823
Freecall:
Facsimile: 9803 0800
Email: respite.services@villamaria.com.au
Website: Villa Maria
