Jeluca Retreats

03/07/2025

We have maintained our superhost status on Airbnb for some time and have recently received a reward.

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27/06/2025

08/10/2023

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Carers need to care for themselves too. Taking time out is important, and can help you continue to provide care.For advice on services and supports available...

08/04/2023

Hi everyone!

I’d like to introduce myself - my name is Jane Lucas and I am a 52 year old mother of two from the outer North East suburbs of Melbourne. My history is in mental health support work, and I am an accredited counsellor.

I am currently self-employed as a passionate independent mental health support worker and have started taking clients on short term accommodation / respite breaks, for 1-2 nights, to a house in St Leonards (on the Bellarine Peninsula – about 30 mins past Geelong). The house is fully equipped complete with board games, books, and some art supplies. All the participant need bring is themselves and their clothes and personal toiletries.

My usual arrangement is to pick up the client from their house at around 9.30/10am, travel to St Leonards (stopping for a delicious and nutritious lunch on the way), unpacking and then focusing on the clients chosen activities (as decided on before we go away). At the end of the stay I deliver the client to their home, feeling rejuvenated and refreshed having had a break from their normal routine.

My aim is to provide a high quality, service tailored to the client/s. I’d love to hear from people about what they want from STA, and how I can help them reach their goals, and if you are looking to work on something in particular, I’d be keen to chat about how I can help facilitate your needs/wants/goals.
I am willing to provide for either male or female, 1:1 or 1:2, from 1-2 nights.

If you would like to have a confidential chat with me, please get in touch on 0427 278 453 or email lucasjane430@gmail.com
Jane

03/04/2023

Updated flyer with a little more detail and a beach pic 😀!

17/01/2021

I just love this.

12/04/2020

Great acronym to remember in times of stress / fear.

23/09/2019

As this therapy vignette illustrates, unhealthy patterns learned in childhood are often repeated in adult relationships because they feel safe, if unfulfilling.

21/09/2019

Parents can offer assistance and support to help their children better manage life’s challenges by being available, listening actively and responding thoughtfully.