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Short Term Respite
Respite means a short break from caring.
We look after the person you care for.
You get time to rest.
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What is Short Term Respite?
- Short Term Respite is care for a short time.
- It can be for a few days. It can be for a few weeks.
- A support worker helps with everyday things.
- The person you care for is safe and looked after.
Who can use it?
- People with disability who have an NDIS plan.
- NDIS is the National Disability Insurance Scheme.
- It helps pay for disability support.
- Families and carers can ask about it too.
What can we help with?
- Washing, dressing and going to the toilet.
- Making meals and eating.
- Doing things you enjoy.
- Keeping your normal routine.
Where does it happen?
- It can happen in your own home.
- Or in another safe place that suits you.
How do you start?
- Call us or fill in the short form.
- We have a friendly chat about what you need.
- We check that we are a good fit for you.
- We plan the respite together.
Talk to us about respite
- A real person will talk with you.
- We answer most messages in one work day.