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If you live in Melbourne and are looking for a welcoming environment such as Specialist Disability Accommodation, Life Care Solutions is here to help! We provide a safe and relaxed environment at our facility where you can enjoy emergency NDIS Short Term Accommodation and Assistance if you need a temporary living arrangement.
What is Short Term Accommodation(STA NDIS)?
There will be times when caregivers are unavailable or need a break from their everyday duties. This is when Short Term Accommodation NDIS service comes in handy. Individuals with disabilities may face greater difficulty in completing their daily tasks. The Short-Term Accommodation plan is a fantastic choice for NDIS participants as a team of competent experts is always present to take care of their needs and access to the required equipment and facilities. It also allows you to enjoy a different environment and meet new people. Moreover, you can experience living away from home on your own terms.
Note: Short Term Accommodation (STA) is now refer as Short Term Respite (STR)
What Activities Included in Our NDIS Emergency Short Term Accommodation
Disability Short Term Accommodation with Life Care Solutions NDIS participants to spend time away from their family, experience independence, meet new people, and learn new skills during their time in disability accommodation. Such a living arrangement also includes services that cater to:
- Personal hygiene
- Food
- Art therapy sessions
- Group exercise activities
- Day trips
- Agreed-upon activity between us.
A brief trip away from home at Life Care Solutions can benefit you in the following ways:
- Chance to meet new people and make friends
- Enjoy a variety of activities
- A change of scenery
- Stepping out of your comfort zone
- A chance to relax and re-energise
- Increase your level of independence
- Appropriate nutrient-dense meals are provided
- Assistance from professional experts
What is included in NDIS Short Term Accommodation?
Life Care Solutions offers short-term housing with daily living services. Depending on the type of support you require, your living environment, and your goals, our team will determine if Short Term Accommodation NDIS service is the right option for you (and the number of short-term accommodation funds you might receive in your plan). Typically, our NDIS Short Term Accommodation and Assistance will cover up to 28 days of short-term lodging per year. Short-term housing support is flexible, so you can use it all at once or spread it out across the year. As some of the best NDIS short term accommodation providers in Melbourne, we offer assistance based on the requirement of NDIS participants. If you are looking for emergency short term housing services that are a home away from home, you have come to the right place. At our centre, you can relax in a safe, comfortable environment. We recognize that each client and their families have unique needs, and we are dedicated to providing services that exceed their expectations.
Our residential respite care offers the following services by trustworthy, qualified and capable staff.
- Play equipment including a playground in our spacious backyards.
- Art and craft materials, toys, puzzles, books, videos, music, and CDs.
- Sensory gardens.
- 24-Hour Support
- Personal care
- Creative house and community-based activities, including religious activities.
- Laundry
- Housekeeping
- Medication supervision
- Daily meals
- Emergency duress pendant
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can't find what you're looking for? Our friendly team is happy to answer any questions about NDIS services and how we can help.
What is short term accommodation NDIS?
Short term accommodation NDIS is temporary housing support for NDIS participants. It lets you stay away from your usual home for a short time, and includes personal care, accommodation, meals and support. It is often used for respite or when your regular support network isn’t available.
Who is eligible for short term accommodation NDIS in Melbourne?
To be eligible you need to be a participant in the NDIS with a plan that includes funding for short term accommodation or respite. The need must relate to your disability, and the accommodation support must help you pursue your goals or maintain your wellbeing.
How many nights can I use short term accommodation NDIS per year?
Usually you can access up to 28 nights of short term accommodation in a 12 month period. Sessions are often limited to about 14 days at a time, unless there is special approval.
Can I use short term accommodation for holidays or travel?
No. Short term accommodation NDIS is not intended for holidays, cruises or travel for leisure. It must be linked to disability-related support needs, respite, or helping you maintain independence or wellbeing.
Is short term accommodation covered by all NDIS plans?
It depends. Your plan needs to include funding for short term accommodation or respite under Core Supports, if that matches your support needs. If it is not currently included, you can request during a plan review or speak with your Planner or Local Area Coordinator.
What does short term accommodation NDIS in Melbourne include in terms of support services?
Support services in short term accommodation often include personal care (help with showering, dressing, grooming), meals, supervision or assistance as needed, and sometimes community access or social activities. The level of support depends on what your plan allows and your needs.
How do I book short term accommodation NDIS with Life Care Solutions?
To book with Life Care Solutions you would typically reach out to discuss your needs, check your plan to ensure short term accommodation funding is available, choose options for location and support level, confirm availability, and agree on the support providers and cost. (Specific steps will depend on Life Care Solutions processes.)
Can I stay in a facility with other people or must I have my own room?
Both options are possible. Many short term accommodation providers offer shared settings where you share common areas and support staff, while others offer more individualised or private settings depending on your needs, goals and what your NDIS plan allows.
What does short term accommodation NDIS cost me out of pocket?
If you have the relevant funding in your NDIS plan, short term accommodation NDIS should be covered under your plan. You may need to pay for personal items or activities not directly related to disability support. Always check what your plan covers and what extras might be your responsibility.
What are the benefits of using short term accommodation under NDIS?
Some of the key benefits are respite for your carers so they can rest, opportunities to develop social connections, chances to try new environments, build or maintain daily living skills, improve independence and reduce stress for both participant and family or carers.
NDIS news, tips & guidance
Short Term Accommodation: When Is It the Right Time?
Navigating NDIS supports can sometimes feel overwhelming, especially when your needs or circumstances change. One support that many participants and families overlook is Short Term Accommodation (STA). While often referred to as respite care, STA offers much more than simply a temporary place to stay.
Medium Term Accommodation: Who Is It Actually For?
Finding suitable housing can sometimes take longer than expected. For NDIS participants waiting for permanent accommodation arrangements, this period of uncertainty can create stress and challenges.
What Is Supported Independent Living and Is It Right for You?
For many NDIS participants, greater independence is one of the most important goals. Whether it’s learning daily living skills, managing a household, or becoming more involved in the community, having the right support can make all the difference.
Get the most out of your NDIS funds
- Check on your plan regularly and ensure you are spending your NDIS budget correctly
- Make the most of your NDIS Plan with budget management. It can leave you with extra money in your budget
- Be transparent and discuss what you want to achieve so that your on the same page about your goals and the funding required to achieve those goals
- Review your plan and know what goals you have achieved and what is left to be achieved.
Looking for Support Work?
We are always looking for dedicated and passionate individuals to join the Life Care team of experienced care staff and disability supporters. Our mission is to go above and beyond to deliver A Higher Standard of Care and nothing less.