Respite or Short-Term Stay

Respite or Short-Term Stay

Looking for Respite or Short Term Stay?

We understand that a short term care can arise unexpectedly for a range of reasons.

Our Respite homes/ Short Term Stay services assist you to live in a comfortable and relaxed environment. A beautiful home away from home for participants to enjoy over a weekend or a few weeks/months. A short term stay facilitates stronger family bonding and stay together.

What’s included?

Good Samaritan Care Services Respite homes have a pleasant and inclusive environment. You can try new indoor or outdoor activities, make friends all in a safe, cared and supported environment.

• 24/7 hours staffed, fully furnished, self-contained, accessible house
• All meals provided throughout the day including breakfast, lunch, dinner, morning and afternoon tea
• Fun activities including lunches, parks, movies, ten pin bowling etc
• Personal care and support throughout the day and night

Is Respite covered under the NDIS?

There are three levels of respite-like supports available for funding as part of plans:

Level 1: 7 to 14 days per year to allow the carer to attend key activities

Level 2: 14 to 28 days per year and includes a strategy to build capabilities for future independence.

Level 3: Equivalent of 28 days per year, when the carer provides support most days and informal support is at risk of not continuing due to the intensity of the support required or severe behavioural issues.

If you are eligible for respite funding, it will include funding for accommodation in a group residence for a short period of time – typically up to 14 days at a time. It will also include support for self-care, food, and activities.

Respite Support Services

Respite supports participants and their carers by giving carers short breaks from their caring responsibilities. It also gives participants time away from their families. For a participant, this might mean: joining a new community group.