Ardrossan Community Hostel & Daycare Centre
	Affiliated with the Hospital is a 9 place Commonwealth funded Hostel which was built in 1981. It is currently a low care facility situated across the road from the Ardrossan Hospital with meals being provided by the Hospital kitchen. Eight of the single rooms share a toilet and bathroom with their immediate neighbour, whilst the ninth room has ensuite facilities.
The care of the residents is managed by the Co-Ordinator of Care and Registered Nurses of the Hospital provide 24 hour extended care. The hostel is staffed from 7.00am - 1.00pm and again from 5.00pm - 9.00pm by care staff.
	There are several recreation areas and services available for the residents. Facilities are provided for weekly CYP Day Care in the Hostel, as respite for carers, or contact for the socially isolated. (There is a small charge to cover lunch and morning and afternoon tea).
The "Share and Care" group meets weekly and also provides a meal and activities. This is available for the aged residents of the community as well as the residents of the Hostel and Hospital and is supported by volunteers, and financially, by the Hospital.
The latest addition to the Hostel is a bird aviary. The birds have settled in well and are a source of enjoyment to all at the hostel. The residents are also proud sponsors of a white rhino at the Monarto Zoo. A recent visit to the Monarto Zoo was enjoyed by the residents. The support of volunteers to assist is always greatly appreciated and is vital to the success of the programs. Anyone who is willing to assist would be most welcome. Many people in the community have a variety of skills which could be utilised to enhance the activities already provided for the residents. If you are interested in joining the "Share and Care" group please contact Leonie Block on (08) 8837 3021.

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