Can Support at Home provide respite for family carers?
Yes. Respite may be available to give an unpaid carer a break while the older person remains safely supported.
Key points
- Yes. Respite may be available to give an unpaid carer a break while the older person remains safely supported.
- The service must match an approved assessed need.
- Availability, price and participant contribution can still vary.
Yes. Respite may be available to give an unpaid carer a break while the older person remains safely supported.
The type and amount depend on the support plan, local availability and assessed needs.
Respite may be delivered in the home, community or another approved setting, depending on the service and provider. It is intended to support both the older person and the sustainability of unpaid care.
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01Guide sectionWhat should I do next?
Check whether this service type appears in the Notice of Decision and support plan.
Ask the provider how it will be delivered, how often and at what agreed price.
Request a Support Plan Review if the service is needed but is not currently approved.
02Guide sectionHelpful Local Home Help resources
03Guide sectionCheck the official guidance
Check the official Support at Home service guidance. Aged care rules, funding amounts and program guidance can change, so check the current official information before making an important care or financial decision.
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