In short.
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What it is: A supported short-term break away from your usual informal supports.
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Who it helps: You get time away, while family or friends who usually support you get time to recharge.
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Complex needs: Behaviour Support Plans and high intensity supports are built into the stay.
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To plan one: call 1300 006 992 with the dates you have in mind.
Safe, Supported Respite for Participants and Families
Short Term Respite gives the participant time away with the support they need, while family and other informal supports have time to rest and recharge. The stay is planned around the participant’s routines, preferences and support needs so the break works for everyone.
Who short term respite is for
Short Term Respite may suit participants who rely on regular informal support and would benefit from planned time away with the right support in place. It can also give family members and other informal supports time to rest and recharge. Funding is decided by the NDIA based on individual circumstances.
What a Myxa Respite Stay Includes
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A comfortable place to stay
with accessibility considered around the participant’s needs.
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Everyday disability support
during the stay, including personal care, meals, routines and activities.
Respite for complex and high intensity needs
Respite stay
Same support as every day
Stay planFrom the start
Behaviour Support Plan
High intensity support
Everyday support
A respite stay should provide the same level of support the participant relies on every day. Where there is a Behaviour Support Plan or high intensity support need, these are built into the planning for the stay from the start.
Planning Your Respite Stay
When you enquire, tell us what will help us plan the stay safely and properly:
Preferred dates and length of stay
Support requirements and support ratio
Behavioural, health or high intensity support needs
Relevant plans, risks and accessibility requirements
Share what you have available. We’ll let you know if anything else is needed before the stay.
Respite funding and availability
- 01 / Funding
- Short Term Respite funding is decided by the NDIA based on the participant’s plan and circumstances.
- 02 / Availability
- Contact us with your preferred dates and support requirements, and we’ll let you know what is available.
Enquire about a short-term stay
Call 1300 006 992 or Send an enquiry with your preferred dates and support requirements. We’ll let you know what we can offer and what information we need to plan the stay
