NDIS Respite Care Melbourne
Looking for NDIS respite care in Melbourne? We offer flexible, high-quality short-term respite care to give workers just a break while making sure participants enjoy a safe, comfortable, and engaging stay.
Our support services help maintain strong family relationships and expand each participant’s social circle through activities that build life skills and encourage skill development for independent living. Respite care offers a break from caring responsibilities while providing exceptional care outside the usual home.
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What is NDIS Respite Care?
NDIS respite care offers short term accommodation services, in-home assistance, and programs so regular carers can rest while ensuring participants continue to receive high-quality care. Respite may include social outings, daily activities, and opportunities to learn new skills, helping participants live life with confidence.
At Ability Support Plus, we use STA funding to support overnight care and short stays that help participants develop social skills, promote independence, and maintain emotional well being. We guide you through the NDIS process to make sure your respite care aligns with your goals and supports your daily life.
Types of Respite Care Services We Offer
We offer a range of flexible respite care options to support your well being while providing complex support when needed.
Emergency Respite
Quick help in emergencies, ensuring people receive respite care services when they need it most to support their well being.
Planned Respite
Scheduled disability respite services to support family events or trips, giving you peace of mind in a rejuvenating environment.
Center-Based Respite
Access community programs and social events safely with our NDIS respite services and guidance from a local area coordinator.
In-Home Respite
Care provided in the participant’s home through NDIS respite care Melbourne, ensuring comfort and routine, supported by your support coordinator without the need to move to a respite facility.
Each respite service is customised to your needs, ensuring a smooth, positive experience for participants and families. We offer overnight support and quality care that supports mental health, all aligned with your NDIS funding.
Benefits of Respite Care for NDIS Participants and Carers
A respite stay provides comprehensive support, enabling caregivers to recharge in a supportive environment.
- Carer Recharging: Allows carers to rest and care for their health, reducing stress and burnout while support workers continue to provide personal care.
- New Experiences: Assists people in safely engaging with new places and planned activities during a short period of care.
- Building Independence: Provides opportunities to improve social skills and independence, offering temporary relief.
- Stress-Free Family Life: Our respite accommodations provide regular, high-quality care, reducing family stress with the support of friendly team members.
How We Deliver Respite Care Under the NDIS
We make sure every break is comfortable for participants at our NDIS short term accommodation STA and respite location. As an NDIS provider, we also offer medication management, and activities that enhance overall well being.
Pre-Respite Planning
We take the time to learn each participant’s wants and needs to ensure a smooth transition to personal care during short period respite care.
Experienced Staff
During the break, participants are paired with caring, qualified support workers at our NDIS respite accommodation to ensure they feel safe, trusted, and comfortable.
Engaging Activities
We offer fun events under the National Disability Insurance Scheme to support participants in making friends while enjoying a break from their daily routine.
Clear Communication
To give families peace of mind and consistent care, we keep them informed before, during, and after respite for NDIS participants, working closely with your local area coordinator.
We provide disability respite services and respite care services that meet the highest quality and safety standards as an NDIS-accredited provider.
Our Respite Facilities and Support Team
Our Melbourne respite care services sites are safe, accessible, and fully equipped to ensure STA NDIS participants have a comfortable short-term stay. Here’s what you can expect:
- Comfortable Spaces: Clean, comfortable, and friendly places within our respite care services help people feel at ease during their stay.
- Community Access: NDIS participants enjoy opportunities to join community events and leisure programs during their stay.
- 24/7 Support: Qualified, experienced staff provide 24/7 care during our respite services, working with your support coordinator to ensure safety and comfort for all.
- Inclusive Environment: We prioritise culturally responsive care that respects each participant’s background and choices during NDIS respite.
Our team is ready to provide support for a wide range of needs, including complex care, ensuring that families have peace of mind and participants receive the best possible respite.
Why Choose Us
Trusted NDIS Provider
We are a fully registered and approved NDIS respite care provider, ensuring NDIS participants receive safe, high-quality, and compliant care during short term accommodation STA stays.
Personalised Care
Your goals and interests guide everything we do. We offer flexible, participant-focused services that adapt as your needs change, making sure your respite is meaningful and aligned with your funding.
Compassionate Team
Our qualified team of support workers, nurses, and allied health professionals provides respectful, focused care during your respite stay, ensuring every interaction is kind and informed.
Accessible Facilities
Our short term accommodation centres in Melbourne are clean, safe, and comfortable, making your NDIS respite stay relaxing and engaging. Our NDIS respite care services also help you connect with community events and activities.
Areas We Serve in Melbourne
We provide NDIS respite care across Melbourne, including:
- Melbourne CBD
- North Melbourne
- South Melbourne
- Footscray
- Sunshine
- Coburg
- Preston
- Brunswick
- St Kilda
- Richmond
- Box Hill
- Surrounding suburbs
Explore Our Full Range of NDIS Services
At Ability Support Plus, we offer NDIS services to enhance the quality of life and independence. Our NDIS-registered team makes sure each service, including short term accommodation, fits your needs with respect and care.
Travel/Transport
We help people get to community events, meetings, and daily needs by giving them safe and reliable transportation.
Specialist Disability Accommodation
For those needing higher support, we offer quality, purpose-built housing that promotes independence and safety during NDIS respite.
Supported Independent Living
Our SIL services help people find shared or private housing, offering 24/7 support for daily tasks and short term accommodation as needed.
Medium Term Accommodation
We help people find temporary housing with full support while they wait for permanent housing to become available.
Community Participation
We help people get involved in their community by setting them up with social, fun, and educational events.
Household Tasks
Helping with housework and home repairs is one way we support people in keeping their living space clean and safe.
Life Skills Development
We help people learn important life skills by giving them training and support that is based on their goals and abilities.
Short Term Accommodation
We offer short-term respite stays in a safe, friendly space to give workers a break while still making sure that participants get good care.
Support Coordination
Our expert managers help participants understand and carry out their NDIS plans by putting them in touch with services that help them reach their goals.
FAQs
Yes, respite (Short-Term Accommodation) is still covered under NDIS for eligible participants if it aligns with your plan goals and funding.
NDIS daily respite rates vary depending on support needs and location.
It refers to using NDIS-funded respite or supported holidays, which can add up to around $15,000 annually if your plan includes this support.
No, Centrelink does not cover the cost of respite care; it is funded through the NDIS if it is included in your approved plan.
Book Your NDIS Respite Care Today
Contact us right away and discuss your need for respite care and find out how we can help you reach your goals. Our team will help you understand your NDIS choices, answer your questions, and craft a plan that fits your budget.