The S.H.A.C.K. (Shoalhaven Heads Apex Cottages for Kids) is a complex of six x 2 bedroom wheelchair accessible holiday units located at Shoalhaven Heads. It is very close to the beach at Shoalhaven Heads on the NSW south coast. The units are an Apex Community project.
This venue is available for families as a respite venue from the everyday demands of caring for a child or children suffering from chronic illness or disabilities. It is offered at affordable rates for a weekend or week.
Each unit has a fully equipped kitchen, colour TV, extensive library and patio and caters for six adults/children (with extra facilities for babies). There is also a communal BBQ and laundry facilities. It is necessary to bring food and drink, sheets and pillows (or sleeping bags), low suds washing powder and pegs. Download The S.H.A.C.K. brochure.
ACCOMMODATION FEATURES & FACILITIES |
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Guest Rooms |
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Is designated parking provided for each unit? | Yes | |
How many rooms are available for guests who use a wheelchair? | 6 Rooms | |
What is the width of the clear opening of the bedroom | 80cm | |
Can the bedroom furniture be re-arranged, if requested by the guest? | Yes | |
Which types of beds are available in rooms for wheelchair users | One Double/One Single | |
What is the height of the bed from the floor to the top of the mattress? | 65cm | |
What is the clear space height from the floor to under the bed base? | 13cm | |
What is the height to the top of the desk? | 54cm | |
What is the height of the clothes rail in the wardrobe? | 160cm | |
Electrical Switches |
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Is there a free power outlet near the bed? | No | |
What is the height of the light switches? | 103cm | |
What is the height of the power outlets? | 35cm | |
Is there a master switch in the bedside unit? | No | |
Ensuite Bathroom for wheelchair users |
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What is the width of the clear opening of the bathroom door? | 80cm | |
Is there a separate shower with level access? | Yes | |
Is a fixed shower seat or shower chair provided? | No | |
Are there handrails for support beside the shower? | Yes | |
Are there handrails for support beside the toilet? | Yes/fixed | |
What is the width of the widest floor space at the side of the toilet? | 100cm | |
What is the length of the floor space in front of the toilet? | 120cm | |
What is the height of the toilet seat from the floor? | 43cm | |
Is there an emergency call system in the bathroom? | No | |
Is there a bath? | No | |
What is the height of the sink? | 80cm | |
What is the height from the floor to the bottom of the sink? | 68cm | |
Kitchenette/Kitchen |
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Does your accommodation have a kitchen/kitchenette? | Yes | |
What is the height of the bench tops? | 83cm | |
What is the width of the bench tops? | 60cm | |
What is the width of the working space? | 71cm | |
General |
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Is there a designated parking provided near the reception entrance? | No reception | |
Is there level Access, or access by a ramp or lift to public areas? | Yes | |
Access Areas: Dining, Lounge, Terrace, BBQ | ||
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Special Services |
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Is 24-hour guest service provided? | No | |
Are service dogs allowed in your premises? | ||
Non smoking rooms? | Yes | |
Do you provide disability equipment for guest use? |
CONTACT DETAILS & GETTING THERE
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Address | 163 Scott Street Shoalhaven Heads NSW 2535 |
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Telephone | 02 4448 7231 | |
Fax | 02 4448 8061 | |
apexshack@apexfoundation.org.au | ||
Website | http://www.apexfoundation.org.au |