Helping people living with dementia stay at home longer
Welcome to Treehouse4Two
Treehouse4Two is a free three-day retreat for people diagnosed with
dementia and their carers in the Macedon Ranges and Hepburn regions.
This government-funded initiative, modelled on HammondCare’s Staying at Home program,
is designed to equip participants with the skills and knowledge to live well at home for longer.
A supportive retreat for wellbeing and independence
At treehouse4two, we focus on wellbeing and self-care, providing a supportive peer environment. Participants receive tailored support from our specialist staff.
Our goal is to help maintain independence and engage in meaningful activities. Carers also learn how to navigate the challenges of supporting someone living with dementia and access community resources, including respite.
Why attend the program?
By joining our program, you gain access to personalised support, education, and practical suggestions from experienced staff, including nurses, allied health clinicians, and others. All of this is provided within a comfortable retreat-like setting.
Our program aims to empower you to live well at home for a longer duration by teaching essential skills, providing valuable resources, and fostering peer relationships with fellow participants.
Topics we cover
Recognising physical
and behavioural changes associated with dementia
Understanding
dementia
Discovering available community supports and learning how to access them
Maximising
and maintaining independence
Understanding the impact of the environment on mood and behaviour
Gaining insight into the dementia experience
(for caregivers)
Testimonials
“Just wanted to send you lots of sincere appreciation for
encouraging [my husband] to attend the retreat. I can’t thank you enough for
the difference the experience has made to the way he feels about himself. The
program is an ideal way to gently educate people in his position. The numbers
are ideal, the setting ideal, the facilitators and presentation relaxed and heartfelt. My
wish is that the program continues for many other people to be helped.”
“What an absolute privilege to have been invited to be part of
[the retreat]. The kindness, sensitivity and care were second to none and each
of the team members personalities shone through. It was truly wonderful. Words
that come to mind are kindness, care, sensitivity, comfort, reassurance,
information, encouragement and were all wrapped up in a beautiful and luxurious
environment outside and in. And then to top it all off was ‘The Food’."
