Two options covered under NDIS respite care are short term and medium term accommodation. Both give you time away from your everyday surroundings, and benefits like learning new skills and meeting new people.
Here's how they differ, and the benefits of each.
Short Term Accommodation (STA)
Short term accommodation is the answer when carers or families need a break from their usual routine. It's funded by the NDIS for short stays away from home, in a single room or a group setting, with the right amount of care and support for your needs.
You can try new things on offer, like art classes, fitness activities or day trips, and widen your social circle.
Benefits of STA:
- A chance to try new activities or hobbies
- A chance to step out of your comfort zone in a safe, caring and supportive environment
- Time for everyone to relax, unwind and recharge
- Opportunities to practise skills and increase independence
- Meeting new people and making new friends
Medium Term Accommodation (MTA)
MTA can be used when, for example, your new long-term home isn't available yet or is being modified to meet your needs. It's generally available for up to 90 days.
NDIS funding for MTA doesn't include daily living expenses like food and electricity, and it doesn't cover personal care support. Your NDIS coordinator can explain how these are funded separately.
Benefits of MTA:
- Transitional support for someone moving from one long-term home to another
- A supportive environment with services tailored to each person, which may include therapy, transport, social activities and group sessions
Contact New Dawn Healthcare to find out more about NDIS funded short and medium term accommodation. Our services help you live the way you want, in a caring and supportive environment.
Related service: Short Term Accommodation
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