Short Term Accommodation (Respite)
NDIS funding: Core Supports – Assistance with Daily Life
Short Term Accommodation (STA), often called respite, funds a short supported stay away from your usual home — up to 14 days at a time. It might be a weekend to try new activities and meet new people, or a planned break that gives your family or carers time to recharge.
What this support includes
- Comfortable, accessible short-stay accommodation
- 24/7 support during your stay
- Meals, activities and community outings included
- Planned stays or emergency arrangements
- A chance to trial living away from home before a bigger move
Common questions
How long can I stay?
STA covers stays of up to 14 days at a time. Many participants book a regular pattern, such as one weekend a month.
Other supports you might need
- Supported Independent LivingHelp with daily tasks in a shared or individual home, so you can live as independently as possible.
- Specialist Disability AccommodationPurpose-built, accessible homes for people with extreme functional impairment or very high support needs.
- Personal CareRespectful help with showering, dressing, meals and daily routines — in your home, on your terms.