Support at Home In-home respite
A Helper provides temporary assistance at home while carers take time to rest or attend to other responsibilities.
NDIS Planned respite
For NDIS, respite must be included in your plan and is typically provided in short-term blocks.
Who can benefit from respite care?
Family carers needing a time to recharge
Respite care at home means your loved one stays in familiar surroundings while you take the time you need.
Families navigating a health change or hospital discharge
Short-term respite support can help during recovery or times of transition, providing practical assistance and continuity while routines are re-established.
Families considering additional support at home
Respite care can provide temporary support during periods of increased need, while families consider what ongoing assistance may best suit their circumstances.
Carers balancing work, family and personal commitments
Respite enables you to handle commitments or balance work while your loved one receives assistance and companionship.
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Personal care
Compassionate assistance with daily self-care tasks, including help with bathing, support with dressing, assistance getting in and out of bed and grooming.
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Companionship
Whether it's playing cards, working on puzzles, reminiscing over photo albums, enjoying a cup of tea together, or simply being present, our Helpers offer friendly conversation and meaningful connection that enriches each day.
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Meal preparation
Nutritious, home-cooked meals tailored to dietary preferences and requirements.
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Medication assistance
Practical support with medication routines, including reminders and assistance to take prescribed medications, helping ensure medications are taken as directed and at the right time
Support at Home
In-home respite sits within the Independence services category under the Support at Home program. A participant contribution applies, based on your income and assets assessment completed with Services Australia.
NDIS
NDIS participants can access up to 28 days of respite per year, usually in blocks of up to 14 days at a time. Respite must be included in your NDIS plan and is intended as temporary support.
Private and self-funded respite
If you'd like to start sooner, while waiting for a government assessment or if you prefer to self-fund, private respite care is available. Explore our Full Service Membership and Self-Managed Membership options to get started.
Our team can help you understand your eligibility and the funding options available to you.
3 million+
total hours of care delivered.
30,000+
visits this month.
9,100+
families helped.
How can I get started with respite care at home?
We’re a registered aged care and NDIS provider, so you can confidently get started with in-home respite services.
STEP 1
Contact us
Tell us what type of respite services you require.
STEP 2
Organise an appointment
We’ll discuss our Membership options and guide you through the process.
STEP 3
Get matched
We connect you with skilled Helpers who understand your preferences, culture and support needs.
STEP 4
Book and track
Our easy-to-use app helps you schedule and monitor care, and stay in control of the support you receive, or our team can coordinate your services for you.
Our locations
Queensland
Level 8, 154 Melbourne Street, South Brisbane QLD 4101
(07) 2145 1101
Our locations
New South Wales
Level 3, 223 Liverpool Street, Darlinghurst NSW 2010
(02) 8069 0229
Our locations
Victoria
Level 12, 412 St Kilda Rd, Melbourne VIC 3004
(03) 7043 8511
Our locations
South Australia
Level 1, 89 Pirie Street, Adelaide SA 5000
(08) 7094 1001
Our locations
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Yes! We have helpers in your area.
Our members know your local community because they’re part of it too. They can help you maintain that feeling of being right at home, and ensure your connection to the community you love stays strong.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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