Member Assessment

A referral to Myrtle Cottage can be made, with the persons’ permission, by a doctor, service provider, friend or anyone who believes the person referred would benefit by attending the Cottage.

After receipt of the referral a staff member will make contact by telephone to arrange a time to visit and obtain the information required to include the person in the program best suited to their needs. Details are also provided about the Cottage relating to its history, funding, program activities, and cost of attending, transport arrangements etc.

Become a member / Assessment Procedure

The first contact with Myrtle Cottage will be a home visit. A staff member will explain our operations, discuss the program most suited to you and conduct a formal assessment. This assessment identifies the information needed for people attending including, likes, dislikes, abilities, disabilities and how the cottage can best assist.

The new member will make the final decision as to how they may take advantage of their involvement with Myrtle Cottage.

Where a waiting list exists for the program, priority to access is determined based on relative need, the ability of the service to meet needs and also places available at the time.