Early stage of Treehouse4Two Retreat Program Evaluation Report

The Treehouse4Two (T4Two) Retreat Program is designed for people living with dementia and their carers who are living in the community. The program primarily targets those who have recently been diagnosed with dementia. It offers support, advice and training to empower carers in providing the best possible support for their loved ones, allowing them to live well at home for longer. The program has been developed and implemented by Central Highlands Rural Health (CHRH) in the Macedon Ranges Shire and Hepburn Shire in Victoria, with funding from the Australian Government Staying at Home Program.

This report is an early-stage evaluation of the T4Two Retreat Program, covering the period from August 2023 to February 2024. The evaluation aimed to assess the T4Two Retreat Program’s process and preliminary effects on the participants’ outcomes against program objectives. The evaluation provides valuable insights for the program team and has demonstrated some positive outcomes for participants and highlights needs to continue to look for opportunities to improve the program and ensure ongoing success. The program is funded until 30 June 2026.