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Taking a break from your carer is beneficial to both of you.
Not only does it help maintain positive family and carer relationships, but it also allows you the chance to meet new people and experience new things
Key points:
- Everybody needs a break sometimes! Short-Term Accommodation (STA) is a way of providing respite care that allows both you and your carer to have a break or a change of scenery.
- Residential respite is now called ‘Short-Term Accommodation and Assistance’ under the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS).
- The amount of STA funding you can receive depends on the level of support you require
Navigating respite options through Short-Term Accommodation (STA) under the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) can be confusing, so we’ve put together a guide to help you understand what it means and how to access it.
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BENEFITS OF SHORT TERM
- STA provides individuals with disabilities and their primary carers the opportunity to take a break from their usual care giving responsibilities and recharge.
- Participants can engage in activities and programs during their STA stay, allowing them to develop new skills, enhance independence, and foster personal growth.
- Short Term Accommodation supports individuals in participating in community activities, events, and outings, promoting social inclusion and connections with others.
- During your STA , participants receive individualized support and assistance tailored to their specific needs, including personal care, medication management, and any other required supports.
STA is a way of providing respite care that allows both you and your carer to have a break or a change of scenery.
It’s a broad term that covers various types of STA support and also includes respite care. STA enables you to experience living away from home in a supportive environment for short periods of time.
Taking a break from your carer is beneficial to both of you as it can help maintain positive family and carer relationships. STA is also a great way for older carers to get a break and recharge as they are more likely to have health issues of their own.
Planned regular stays away from home can also help increase your independence as you transition to Support Independent Living and moving out of home
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Types of Short-Term Accommodation
STA could look like:
- One-on-one short-term care where you are paired up with a support worker for a period of time that suits your particular needs. This can be spent in your home or out in the community participating in local activities including camps.
- Group short-term options match your needs with other people who may have similar needs and interests and enjoy participating in a group respite activity.
- Overnight or weekend facility-based support where your needs and interests align with shared STA facilities.
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STA isn’t just about the accommodation, it also involves the support you receive while staying there.