Respite Care & NDIS Short Term Accommodation (STA)
Flexible, safe and supportive short-term accommodation and respite care for NDIS participants – providing rest, recovery and a positive change of environment.
At Hope Health & Care Services, we provide safe, welcoming and fully supported Respite Care and Short Term Accommodation (STA) for NDIS participants across New South Wales (NSW), Queensland (QLD) and Victoria (VIC). Whether you are a participant looking for a short break, or a family or carer who needs essential relief, our experienced team is here to provide high-quality, person-centred care and support every step of the way.
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What Is NDIS Short Term Accommodation?
Short Term Accommodation (STA) is an NDIS-funded support that covers temporary accommodation and support services away from a participant’s usual home. STA includes personal care, meals, activities and overnight support for a short period – typically up to 28 days per year under a standard NDIS plan, though this can vary depending on individual circumstances and plan funding.
STA is often used to:
- Give primary carers and family members an essential and well-deserved break from caring responsibilities.
- Provide participants with a positive, social and supported experience away from home.
- Support participants during periods of transition, crisis or when their usual living arrangements are temporarily unavailable.
- Give participants the opportunity to try a new living environment and build independence
- Support participants following hospitalisation or a health episode requiring additional care.
- Provide emergency or unplanned accommodation when a participant’s usual home or care arrangements break down.
STA vs In-Home Respite
What Is The Difference Between STA and In-Home Respite?
Short Term Accommodation (STA)
The participant stays away from their usual home in a supported accommodation setting – such as a respite house or supported residence – for a short period. The cost of the accommodation and the support are both covered under the STA funding in the participant’s NDIS plan.
In-Home Respite
A support worker comes to the participant’s home to provide care and support while the usual carer takes a break. The participant stays at home and the support worker provides all required assistance. This is funded under Core Supports: Assistance with Daily Life in the participant’s NDIS plan.
At Hope Health & Care Services, we provide both STA and in-home respite options, tailored to the individual needs and funding of each participant. Contact our team to discuss which option is right for you.
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What Our Respite Care & STA Services Include
Our Respite Care and Short Term Accommodation services are designed to feel safe, welcoming and genuinely supportive. Depending on your needs and NDIS plan, support includes:
Personal Care & Hygiene Support
Assistance with bathing, showering, dressing, grooming, continence care and all aspects of personal hygiene, delivered with dignity, respect and sensitivity throughout your stay.
Meals & Nutrition
Nutritious, home-cooked meals and snacks prepared daily, taking into account any dietary requirements, cultural food preferences or medical dietary needs each participant may have.
Overnight Support & Supervision
Active overnight support or sleepover arrangements for participants who require supervision or assistance throughout the night, ensuring safety and peace of mind at all times.
Social & Recreational Support
Structured and unstructured social activities within the accommodation – including games, crafts, movies, cooking and other recreational pursuits – tailored to each participant’s interests and preferences.
Medication Prompting & Health Support
Medication prompting and administration as required, plus health and wellbeing monitoring throughout the stay, with escalation to medical services where needed.
Transport
Transport to and from the STA accommodation, and to appointments or community activities during the stay, where included in the participant’s plan.
Community Access & Activities
Supported outings, social activities, recreational programs and community access during your stay, promoting inclusion, connection and enjoyment beyond the accommodation setting.
Family & Carer Communication
Regular updates and open communication with families and carers throughout the participant’s stay, providing peace of mind and full transparency at all times.
How Is Respite Care & STA Funded Under The NDIS?
- Short Term Accommodation (STA) is funded under Core Supports: Assistance with Daily Life in your NDIS plan. Most participants are funded for up to 28 days of STA per year, though the exact amount depends on your individual plan and circumstances. STA funding can be used flexibly – for example as a few days at a time or for longer blocks when needed.
- In-Home Respite - is also funded under Core Supports: Assistance with Daily Life and is claimed at the relevant support worker hourly rate.
- We support participants under all plan management types – Agency-managed, Plan-managed and Self-managed. If you are unsure whether you have STA or respite funding in your NDIS plan, contact our team and we will help you check your funding and get started
Who Can Access Our Respite Care & STA Services?
Our Respite Care and STA services are available to:
- NDIS participants of all ages and disability types across NSW, QLD and VIC.
- Participants whose primary carers need a planned or emergency break.
- Participants who are experiencing a crisis or change in their usual living arrangements.
- Participants transitioning between living arrangements who need short-term supported accommodation.
- Participants who want to experience supported community living before committing to a longer-term SIL arrangement.
- Participants following hospitalisation who need additional support before returning home.
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Frequently Asked Question
STA is an NDIS-funded support that covers temporary accommodation and support away from a participant’s usual home for a short period, typically up to 28 days per year. It includes personal care, meals, activities and overnight support.
Most participants are funded for up to 28 days of STA per year, though the exact amount depends on your individual NDIS plan. Contact our team or speak to your Support Coordinator to check your STA funding.
STA involves the participant staying away from home in a supported accommodation setting. In-home respite involves a support worker coming to the participant’s home while the usual carer takes a break. We offer both options – contact us to discuss which is right for you.
Yes. We do our best to accommodate emergency and short-notice respite requests. Please contact our team as soon as possible on 1300 355 141 and we will do everything we can to assist.
Yes. We provide respite care and STA for NDIS participants of all ages, including children, young people and adults. All staff working with children hold a valid Working With Children Check (WWCC).
Yes. We provide Respite Care and Short Term Accommodation services across New South Wales, Queensland and Victoria. Contact our team to discuss availability in your area.
Absolutely. We welcome referrals from Support Coordinators, Specialist Support Coordinators, allied health professionals and families. Contact us on 1300 355 141 or email info@hopehcs.com.au and we will respond within 1 business day.
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