Disability Respite in Kalbar
Carinity Sunflower House offers a welcoming environment for people with disabilities to enjoy a country respite. Located in the Scenic Rim town of Kalbar, our short-term accommodation (STA) caters to the special needs of each individual and includes:
- Around the clock support
- Nutritious meals prepared fresh in our kitchen
- Private bedrooms with air conditioning
- Communal living areas for socialising
- Fully accessible van for outings
- Personal care, including high intensity supports
- Access to counselling and therapies
- Activities tailored to your interests and abilities
- Time to relax, explore new scenery and make friends
When can I visit?
We have vacancies available now for adults to stay from one to 14 days. Older teens may also be accommodated by arrangement.
Your stay could be a planned holiday, emergency accommodation, or even regular weekend respite.
How much does short-term accommodation cost?
Most guests will have their stay fully funded by their NDIS plan, with no out of pocket costs. We abide by the NDIS price guide, charging in accordance with the price limit for supports.
Can you support my individual needs and preferences?
Our caring team are highly trained to support all types of special needs, including intellectual, physical, sensory and psychosocial disabilities.
We will work with you and your family or carers to create a plan for your disability respite. This will include all your health and safety needs, interests, preferences and activities you might like to do.
What can I see and do on my stay?
Here are some of the local attractions you might like to experience in Kalbar:
- Visit a local sunflower farm, such as Sunflowers on Kents
- Spend a day at Australia’s largest camel farm, Summer Land Camels
- Enjoy locally grown produce at one of Kalbar’s gourmet cafes, pubs and bakeries
- Delight your senses at Elderflower Farm, set on the stunning grounds of the Scenic Rim Farm Shop
- Explore the many quirky stores selling handmade gifts, including the old-fashioned lolly shop, Postmaster’s Sweets
- View evidence of Kalbar’s pioneering heritage with its beautiful historic buildings
- Visit the smaller nearby towns of Roadvale, Harrisville and Peak Crossing
- Relax within the stunning mountain views
