Support with Respite & Accomodation

Time out and alternative options

Everyone’s situation is different, so there are different types of respite services to suit people’s needs. Respite care can be provided for a few hours, days or weeks depending on you and your loved one’s needs, eligibility and the type of care required.

Time out for the NDIS participant and for their carer, is proven to give the much needed rest for both parties, to continue their journey on the path to recovery or a new normal.

Time out for those on the NDIS and their carers or finding alternative and more permanent accommodation can assist with relationships and independence.

At Costello, we thrive to ensure your living circumstances benefit you and we help assist you are happy and supported! Within NDIS plans, there are different opportunities for supported living and respite. We help you organise and make it happen!

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What are your options?

Supported Independent Living (SIL):

Supported Independent Living (SIL) provides care in either shared or individual settings, aiming to develop and maintain independence for clients with disabilities. This service may not be available in all NDIS packages and is typically offered to individuals with higher support needs.

Short Term Accommodation (STA):

Short Term Accommodation (also known as respite) provides temporary stays for individuals with high support needs, relieving informal caregivers (e.g., family members). STA covers accommodation, food, entertainment, and support costs, and its purpose is to develop independence and reduce caregiver burnout. If STA is included in the plan, it will be explicitly stated.

Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA):

Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA) is included in NDIS plans at different levels of accessibility (partially accessible, fully accessible, robust). It aims to secure safe and appropriate housing for individuals requiring modifications to live independently in their homes. Modifications may include ramps, grab rails, open showers, and specially designed living spaces. Please note that SDA does not include covering rent cost.

Medium Term Accommodation (MTA):

Medium Term Accommodation (MTA) is provided in plans that include SIL, serving as a transitional period between previous living arrangements and permanent accommodation. MTA is typically capped at 12 weeks and includes all necessary support services.

Some questions you might have…

If respite is included in your plan, reach out to your support coordinator or provider to discuss your preferences, including the desired location, duration, goals, and how they relate to your plan. They will help set dates, provide options for accommodation and entertainment, and assist with budgeting. A new service agreement will need to be signed off.
Respite services are available for individuals with high support needs and those with caregiving responsibilities.
Clients need to provide the following information for respite services:
- Desired dates for the respite stay
- NDIS plan details
- Goals for the respite period
- Preferred location for the stay
No, SIL offers shared supports in various settings, including individual villas with 24/7 staffing.
Apply through your NDIS planner or Local Area Coordinator (LAC) to see if core funding can be used to meet your needs.
Speak to your support coordinator and organize the necessary supporting evidence, then apply through the NDIS.