Respite Care (Short Term Accommodation)
Flexible in-home respite care and short-term accommodation support for participants, older people, families and carers.
Respite Care (Short Term Accommodation)
EC Care provides flexible respite care and short-term accommodation support for people who need safe, reliable assistance while giving families and carers time to rest, recharge or attend to other responsibilities.
Our respite services can be arranged for a few hours, days, weekends or longer periods, depending on the person’s needs, funding and care plan. Support may be provided in the home, in a centre-based setting, or through short-term accommodation where appropriate.
Whether respite is needed through aged care, NDIS, private care or another approved pathway, EC Care focuses on creating a safe, respectful and engaging experience that supports independence, choice, wellbeing and quality of life.
Respite care and short-term accommodation support
Respite care provides temporary support for people who need assistance with daily living, personal care, community access or supervision, while also giving family members and carers a valuable break from their caring role.
EC Care can provide respite support that is tailored to each person’s needs, interests, routines and goals. Depending on the participant or client, respite may include in-home support, centre-based respite, short-term accommodation, excursions, structured activities, social opportunities and support with daily living tasks.
Support for participants, older people and carers
Respite care is not only about time away. It can also help people build confidence, enjoy new experiences, participate in age-appropriate activities, connect with others and develop everyday living skills in a safe and supported environment.
For carers and families, respite can provide peace of mind knowing that their loved one is receiving professional, compassionate support while they take time to rest, work, travel, recover or manage other commitments.
Flexible care that suits individual needs
Respite needs can vary from person to person. Some people may only need support for a few hours, while others may require overnight, weekend or longer short-term accommodation support. EC Care works with each person, family and care team to arrange support that is practical, safe and person-centred.
Our team can assist with personal care, daily living support, transport, activities, behaviour support plans, post-hospital care and 24-hour support where available and appropriate.
Service Includes
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In-home respite care
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Centre-based respite care
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Short-term accommodation
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Respite from a few hours to days or weekends
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Registered nurse support where required
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Safe shared spaces
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Development of shared living skills
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Implementation of individual behaviour support plans
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Personal care support
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Daily living support
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Support with participant choice and decision-making
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Structured centre-based group activities
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Indoor and outdoor activities
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Excursions and holiday programs
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Travel and transport assistance
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Post-hospital care support
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24-hour support where available
Who This Service Helps
Respite Care may support people who need temporary assistance, supervision, personal care, daily living support, community access or short-term accommodation.
This service may suit NDIS participants, older Australians, people recovering after hospitalisation, people with complex or changing care needs, and families or carers who need time to rest or manage other responsibilities.
It may also help people who would benefit from new experiences, social activities, supported routines, structured group participation or safe short-term care outside their usual home environment.
Available Funding Pathways
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My Aged Care
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Support at Home
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Home Care
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NDIS
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Private Care
Accessing respite care and short-term accommodation
Respite care and short-term accommodation may be accessed through different funding pathways depending on the person’s eligibility, circumstances and care needs.
Support may be available through My Aged Care, Support at Home, Home Care, NDIS, private care arrangements or another approved care pathway. The right option will depend on the client’s assessment, funding approval and the type of respite support required.
If you are unsure how to arrange respite care, EC Care can help explain the available options and discuss the next steps for support at home, in the community or through short-term accommodation.
FAQs
What is respite care?
Respite care provides temporary support for a person who needs assistance, while giving family members or carers time to rest, work, recover, travel or manage other responsibilities.
Does EC Care provide short-term accommodation?
Yes. EC Care provides short-term accommodation support where suitable and available, helping participants access safe, supported care for short periods such as days, weekends or longer planned stays.
Can respite care be provided at home?
Yes. EC Care can provide in-home respite care, allowing the person receiving support to remain in a familiar home environment while their carer takes a break or attends to other commitments.
Who can use Respite Care services?
Respite Care may support NDIS participants, older Australians, people recovering after hospitalisation, people with changing care needs, and families or carers who need temporary support for a loved one.
Can respite care include personal care and daily living support?
Yes. Respite care may include personal care, daily living support, transport, structured activities, social participation, post-hospital support and 24-hour support where available and appropriate.
Can respite care be funded through My Aged Care or the NDIS?
Respite care may be available through My Aged Care, Support at Home, Home Care, NDIS, private care or another approved pathway, depending on the person’s eligibility, assessment and funding approval.
Need flexible respite care or short-term accommodation?
EC Care can help arrange respite care that supports the needs of the client while giving families and carers time to rest, recharge or manage other commitments. Contact our team to discuss in-home respite, centre-based respite or short-term accommodation options.