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The Burger Centre

Our day centres offer a diverse range of programs and services for seniors in the community, including respite for carers.

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Our day centres offer a diverse range of programs and services for seniors in the community, including respite for carers.

Find out what suits you

Still unsure about what services best suit you? Talk to our staff for more information.

Get a callback

Or call us on 02 8345 9147

The Burger Centre

With two locations at Randwick and Hunters Hill, The Burger Centre offers state-of-the art and purpose-built facilities, with a range of stimulating programs for seniors from all backgrounds to support holistic wellbeing and meaningful social connections through a variety of core and seasonal programs.

 

Over the years, the Burger Centre has built a strong reputation for client-centered care. Our purpose-built facilities provide a friendly, welcoming environment designed to promote wellness and re-enablement.

 

Our dedicated team fosters social connections, engages participants in stimulating activities, and focuses on empowering members to maintain their independence, helping them continue living in their own homes for as long as possible.

Find out what suits you

Still unsure about what services best suit you? Talk to our staff for more information.

Get a callback

Or call us on 02 8345 9147

What we offer

Socialisation Program

The Burger Centre is a safe and welcoming space for seniors, providing opportunities to connect, learn, enhance well-being, and most importantly, have fun. Our programs are designed to support seniors in maintaining their independence, staying active, and remaining connected to their community, all while continuing to live at home.  

We understand that staying healthy – physically, mentally, and emotionally – is key to a fulfilling life, which is why we offer a diverse range of programs tailored to individual needs. Many of our programs are accessible through the Commonwealth Home Support Program (CHSP) or a Home Care Package (HCP).  

We are proud to offer dedicated Russian-language programs on Wednesdays and Fridays. The programs are run in both our centre-based respite and social support programs. All staff and volunteers on this day are bi-lingual speakers and have Russian heritage. 

Each program includes door-to-door transport, a freshly prepared kosher morning tea, and a three-course lunch. Participants also have access to our exceptional facilities, such as:  

  • Pool, library, and cinema
  • Beautiful gardens and balcony areas
  • Music and art rooms
  • Games room with snooker and table tennis 

Respite Care Program

At the Burger Centre we offer a centre-based respite program. It’s great for those wanting to maintain independence and social connections, providing a secure supportive environment to be yourself. 

Being involved in the respite programs at the Burger Centre gives opportunities to participate in indoor and outdoor pursuits including gardening, snooker, bowls, art gallery tours, concerts, and current affairs discussions to name a few. 

We provide respite for the families and carers of our special needs clients living with: 

  • Cognitive deficits and dementia
  • Vision and mobility impairments
  • Mental Health concerns
  • Parkinson’s disease 

We welcome all carers into our community, particularly those who: 

  • Would like to take time off without feeling guilty
  • Needs reassurance that their loved one/client is being treated respectfully and lovingly
  • Would like simple access to regular respite care in a secure and supportive environment
  • Our respite program gives family carers an opportunity to continue to work, volunteer or pursuit their own interests at the same time 

Aquacise

Great for relieving arthritic pain, osteoporosis, and back pain. The water supports joints and encourages free movement, as well as providing support and resistance, which helps to build muscle strength. Classes are conducted by qualified instructors in our purpose-built state of the art therapeutic hydrotherapy pools in Randwick and Hunters Hill. 

Classes are run by terms ranging 10-13 weeks. Please refer to the current timetable. 

Why Aquacise at The Burger Centre? 

  • Luxury purpose-built heated pool (33 – 35 degrees)
  • Complimentary Jacuzzi
  • Certified Instructors with expertise in fitness for seniors
  • Motivation and companionship
  • Small classes & personal approach
  • Reduced rates for Commonwealth home support package (CHSP) recipients
  • On-site water safety supervisor
  • Referrals by doctors, surgeons, and physiotherapists to join our programs 

Resources and information:

VIP Outings & Excursions

At The Burger Centre, we believe in the profound impact social outings have on our seniors’ well-being.  

Whether it’s exploring captivating art galleries, enjoying the beauty of local parks, or attending special exhibitions and events, there’s always something exciting on offer for our seniors. Our social outings provide seniors with the opportunity to discover new places, catch up with friends, and meet new people.  

We proudly offer exciting social excursions four times weekly, with a dedicated Russian-speaking group on Wednesdays and Fridays.  

Day trip includes: 

  • Door-to-door pick up and drop off between 09:00 – 15:00. Day outing from 10:00 – 14:00 departing from The Burger Centre Randwick or Hunters Hill (longer programs are available on certain days)
  • Morning tea and lunch  

Why join The Burger Centre Seniors’ Travel Club? 

  • Promote social interaction
  • Create wonderful memories
  • Foster new friendships
  • Improve health and wellbeing
  • Stimulating and personalised guided tour exclusively for our groups 

Overnight trips

At The Burger Centre, we believe that age should never be a barrier to exploration and travel. Traveling as a senior is a rewarding experience – offering opportunities to meet new people, explore exciting destinations, embrace lifelong learning, socialise, and share plenty of laughs with fellow Burger Centre Social Club members.  

Our carefully curated short trips are designed with mobility, accessibility, and individual needs in mind, ensuring a stress-free and enjoyable experience for all. Whether it’s exploring the scenic Blue Mountains, relaxing by the beach in Terrigal, or indulging in the delights of the Hunter Valley, beachside heaven Palm Beach each trip is filled with laughter, joy, meaningful connections and delicious food.  

Snapshot of Our Trips 

  • 2 days, 1 night
  • Depart: 9:30 AM (Day 1)
  • Return: 3:00 PM (Day 2)
  • Cost: $580 (twin share) | $680 (single room)  

Includes: 

  • Fully escorted private travel in a small group of 12
  • Private minivan transportation with three dedicated staff members
  • Two lunches, one dinner, and a full buffet breakfast
  • All admissions and tasting 

Allied Health services

As part of our daily programs, clients can choose to participate in specialised Allied Health therapies. These therapies are an integral part of our programs, ensuring that every senior receives holistic and personalised care.

Beyond our Allied Health offerings, we also provide engaging and culturally inclusive activities, creating a vibrant and welcoming community. And, of course, every day includes a delicious gourmet morning tea and lunch, made to nourish and delight. 

Our Allied Health offerings include: 

  • Hydrotherapy
  • Tai Chi
  • Remedial massage
  • Art expression
  • Music therapy 

Transport

At the Burger Centre, we believe getting to and from our programs should be simple and accessible for everyone.

We partner with trusted community transport providers to offer convenient transport to and from the Centre as part of our day programs and outings for eligible participants.

Who can access transport?

Community transport is available to clients who live within an 8km radius of the Burger Centre and within the community transport group’s catchment area (with some flexibility in certain areas). Community transport is a complimentary service for our members and costs are included in the program fees.

Live further away?

Participants outside of our service area are always welcome to join our programs by making their own transport arrangements.

Don’t want to use community transport?

No problem! You are still welcome to join our programs by making your own transport arrangements.

Have Additional Needs?

We can work with community transport services to see if we can assist you. If not, we can provide advice on alternative private transport arrangements.

Outings

For outings, your regular transport arrangements will remain for arrival and departure to the centre. From there, clients will travel to and from the outing location using our own 12-seater minivans.

Overnight trips

For overnight outings, we use our own fleet of three 12-seater minivans, to ensure safe, comfortable travel for the trip to and from the centre. Please note, you will need to make your own way to and from the centre at departure and arrival.

Socialisation Program

Socialisation Program

The Burger Centre is a safe and welcoming space for seniors, providing opportunities to connect, learn, enhance well-being, and most importantly, have fun. Our programs are designed to support seniors in maintaining their independence, staying active, and remaining connected to their community, all while continuing to live at home.  

We understand that staying healthy – physically, mentally, and emotionally – is key to a fulfilling life, which is why we offer a diverse range of programs tailored to individual needs. Many of our programs are accessible through the Commonwealth Home Support Program (CHSP) or a Home Care Package (HCP).  

We are proud to offer dedicated Russian-language programs on Wednesdays and Fridays. The programs are run in both our centre-based respite and social support programs. All staff and volunteers on this day are bi-lingual speakers and have Russian heritage. 

Each program includes door-to-door transport, a freshly prepared kosher morning tea, and a three-course lunch. Participants also have access to our exceptional facilities, such as:  

  • Pool, library, and cinema
  • Beautiful gardens and balcony areas
  • Music and art rooms
  • Games room with snooker and table tennis 
Respite Care Program

Respite Care Program

At the Burger Centre we offer a centre-based respite program. It’s great for those wanting to maintain independence and social connections, providing a secure supportive environment to be yourself. 

Being involved in the respite programs at the Burger Centre gives opportunities to participate in indoor and outdoor pursuits including gardening, snooker, bowls, art gallery tours, concerts, and current affairs discussions to name a few. 

We provide respite for the families and carers of our special needs clients living with: 

  • Cognitive deficits and dementia
  • Vision and mobility impairments
  • Mental Health concerns
  • Parkinson’s disease 

We welcome all carers into our community, particularly those who: 

  • Would like to take time off without feeling guilty
  • Needs reassurance that their loved one/client is being treated respectfully and lovingly
  • Would like simple access to regular respite care in a secure and supportive environment
  • Our respite program gives family carers an opportunity to continue to work, volunteer or pursuit their own interests at the same time 
Aquacise

Aquacise

Great for relieving arthritic pain, osteoporosis, and back pain. The water supports joints and encourages free movement, as well as providing support and resistance, which helps to build muscle strength. Classes are conducted by qualified instructors in our purpose-built state of the art therapeutic hydrotherapy pools in Randwick and Hunters Hill. 

Classes are run by terms ranging 10-13 weeks. Please refer to the current timetable. 

Why Aquacise at The Burger Centre? 

  • Luxury purpose-built heated pool (33 – 35 degrees)
  • Complimentary Jacuzzi
  • Certified Instructors with expertise in fitness for seniors
  • Motivation and companionship
  • Small classes & personal approach
  • Reduced rates for Commonwealth home support package (CHSP) recipients
  • On-site water safety supervisor
  • Referrals by doctors, surgeons, and physiotherapists to join our programs 

Resources and information:

VIP Outings & Excursions

VIP Outings & Excursions

At The Burger Centre, we believe in the profound impact social outings have on our seniors’ well-being.  

Whether it’s exploring captivating art galleries, enjoying the beauty of local parks, or attending special exhibitions and events, there’s always something exciting on offer for our seniors. Our social outings provide seniors with the opportunity to discover new places, catch up with friends, and meet new people.  

We proudly offer exciting social excursions four times weekly, with a dedicated Russian-speaking group on Wednesdays and Fridays.  

Day trip includes: 

  • Door-to-door pick up and drop off between 09:00 – 15:00. Day outing from 10:00 – 14:00 departing from The Burger Centre Randwick or Hunters Hill (longer programs are available on certain days)
  • Morning tea and lunch  

Why join The Burger Centre Seniors’ Travel Club? 

  • Promote social interaction
  • Create wonderful memories
  • Foster new friendships
  • Improve health and wellbeing
  • Stimulating and personalised guided tour exclusively for our groups 
Overnight trips

Overnight trips

At The Burger Centre, we believe that age should never be a barrier to exploration and travel. Traveling as a senior is a rewarding experience – offering opportunities to meet new people, explore exciting destinations, embrace lifelong learning, socialise, and share plenty of laughs with fellow Burger Centre Social Club members.  

Our carefully curated short trips are designed with mobility, accessibility, and individual needs in mind, ensuring a stress-free and enjoyable experience for all. Whether it’s exploring the scenic Blue Mountains, relaxing by the beach in Terrigal, or indulging in the delights of the Hunter Valley, beachside heaven Palm Beach each trip is filled with laughter, joy, meaningful connections and delicious food.  

Snapshot of Our Trips 

  • 2 days, 1 night
  • Depart: 9:30 AM (Day 1)
  • Return: 3:00 PM (Day 2)
  • Cost: $580 (twin share) | $680 (single room)  

Includes: 

  • Fully escorted private travel in a small group of 12
  • Private minivan transportation with three dedicated staff members
  • Two lunches, one dinner, and a full buffet breakfast
  • All admissions and tasting 
Allied Health services

Allied Health services

As part of our daily programs, clients can choose to participate in specialised Allied Health therapies. These therapies are an integral part of our programs, ensuring that every senior receives holistic and personalised care.

Beyond our Allied Health offerings, we also provide engaging and culturally inclusive activities, creating a vibrant and welcoming community. And, of course, every day includes a delicious gourmet morning tea and lunch, made to nourish and delight. 

Our Allied Health offerings include: 

  • Hydrotherapy
  • Tai Chi
  • Remedial massage
  • Art expression
  • Music therapy 
Transport

Transport

At the Burger Centre, we believe getting to and from our programs should be simple and accessible for everyone.

We partner with trusted community transport providers to offer convenient transport to and from the Centre as part of our day programs and outings for eligible participants.

Who can access transport?

Community transport is available to clients who live within an 8km radius of the Burger Centre and within the community transport group’s catchment area (with some flexibility in certain areas). Community transport is a complimentary service for our members and costs are included in the program fees.

Live further away?

Participants outside of our service area are always welcome to join our programs by making their own transport arrangements.

Don’t want to use community transport?

No problem! You are still welcome to join our programs by making your own transport arrangements.

Have Additional Needs?

We can work with community transport services to see if we can assist you. If not, we can provide advice on alternative private transport arrangements.

Outings

For outings, your regular transport arrangements will remain for arrival and departure to the centre. From there, clients will travel to and from the outing location using our own 12-seater minivans.

Overnight trips

For overnight outings, we use our own fleet of three 12-seater minivans, to ensure safe, comfortable travel for the trip to and from the centre. Please note, you will need to make your own way to and from the centre at departure and arrival.

Our locations

Burger Centres are located at our Randwick Campus, in Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs and at our Hunters Hill Campus. To make things easy, we offer bus transport to support access to our centres.

Randwick

Burger Centre East is located at our Randwick Campus located at 36 Dangar St, Randwick, NSW.

Phone: 02 8345 9147
Email: info@burgercentre.com.au

Hunters Hill

Burger Centre North is at our Hunters Hill Campus at 120 High St, Hunters Hill, NSW.

Phone: 02 9879 2726
Email: info@burgercentre.com.au

How do I get started?

Step 1 of 4

Call

Call The Burger Centre on 02 8345 9147 to start the application process.

Step 2 of 4

Assessment

Have an in-home assessment with a Community Engagement Coordinator to determine which program is most beneficial for you. 

Step 3 of 4

Orientation

Attend an obligation-free orientation day at one of our centres in Randwick or Hunters Hill. 

Step 4 of 4

Join

Join The Burger Centre and enjoy being a part of a thriving community!

Step 1 of 4

Call

Call The Burger Centre on 02 8345 9147 to start the application process.

Step 2 of 4

Assessment

Have an in-home assessment with a Community Engagement Coordinator to determine which program is most beneficial for you. 

Step 3 of 4

Orientation

Attend an obligation-free orientation day at one of our centres in Randwick or Hunters Hill. 

Step 4 of 4

Join

Join The Burger Centre and enjoy being a part of a thriving community!

Frequently asked questions

The first step is to determine whether you’re registered with My Aged Care (MAC). You’ll need to have an assessment and receive referral codes to access subsidised care at The Burger Centre. Either visit https://www.myagedcare.gov.au/ or You can call My Aged Care on 1800 200 422 to make an appointment for an assessment.

You may require referral codes for:

  • Social Support Group
  • Centre-Based Respite
  • Transport Services
  • Allied health and therapy – Hunters Hill

If you have a Home Care Package, please also provide the contact details of your package provider and care manager.

No problem! We can help guide you through the process of registration and assessment. Call us on 02 8345 9147 for support. Either visit https://www.myagedcare.gov.au/ or you can call My Aged Care on 1800 200 422 to make an appointment for an assessment.

Costs vary depending on your support level and program participation. Full pricing details are outlined in our Service Agreement, which we’ll provide during the intake process.

To complete your intake and begin attending The Burger Centre, we’ll need the following:

  • Medicare number
  • Aged Care number (AC#)
  • GP contact details
  • Referral codes (if applicable)

You’ll also need to submit:

  • Signed Medical Information Release Form
  • Signed Charter of Aged Care Rights
  • Signed Service Agreement with TBC
  • Direct Debit Form (if required)
  • Contact details of your Home Care Package provider and care manager (if applicable)

  •  For social connection
  •  For carer respite
  •  To learn a new skill
  •  Interested in a specific activity
  •  To access allied health services

If a client moves to a nursing home or hostel, the Burger Centre is no longer an option for them. Most residential facilities have an active leisure and lifestyle program and are included in the fees paid to the facility. However, the Burger Centre does have access to a small amount of funds to support Burger Centre clients who move into a non-Jewish residential facility and feel their cultural needs are not being met or are feeling socially isolated from the community. In these circumstances, please speak to the Burger Centre Manager who has the discretion to approve attendance.

A client may cease to attend the Burger Centre when:

  • The individual no longer requires or desires the service, i.e., they may have moved away.
  • The person’s functional ability, because of their dementia or other illness, requires care the centre is not able to support.
  • Two people are required to assist with transfers.
  • There is dual incontinence.
  • Client behaviour adversely affects other clients at the centre and behavioural management strategies prove ineffective.

Staff members at the Burger Centre speak several community languages such as Russian, Hebrew, Yiddish, Hungarian and French. If you prefer to speak one of these languages, your orientation and assessment will be completed by one of our bilingual workers, or our skilled staff will be assisted by a confidential interpreter service. Due to the diversity of backgrounds of our members it is likely that while at the centre you will meet another client who speaks the same language as you.

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