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Types of short-term care
Caring for someone fulltime is physically and emotionally demanding, so from time to time every carer needs to take a break – otherwise known as ‘respite’. Community-based respite services are funded around the country to provide respite opportunities in a variety of settings - at home and in centres.
Fees and charges for respite care
Those receiving respite care in an aged care home that is government-funded may be asked to pay a maximum rate per day, together with a refundable booking fee.Community-based respite services may charge fees according to the type of service being used and your ability to pay.
Home and Community Care (more information) (HACC) Program
The HACC Program is designed to meet your basic maintenance and support needs at home, helping you sustain your independence and avoid inappropriate admission to an aged care home. If you’re eligible you can access a variety of short-term care options.Read more: Home and Community Care Program
Commonwealth Respite and Carelink Centres (more information)
The Commonwealth Respite and Carelink Centre can provide you with information about respite care, short-term care centres and day therapy centres. Community based services may charge fees according to the type of services being used and your ability to pay.Transition Care Program
The Transition Care Program, established in 2005, has been designed to help you improve your independence and confidence after a hospital stay. The program provides low-intensity therapy and support as part of an ongoing but slower recovery process, giving you time to determine what level of care you will require in the future.Read more: Transition Care Program
Common questions on this topic:
- My parents live together in an independent living unit in an aged care complex. Dad is quite frail and relies on my mum a lot. We think that he should go into an aged care home for respite to give mum a break from her caring role, but he refuses to go. What can we do?
- I need to arrange respite care for Dad. Who can help me?
- I really need a break but Dad refuses to go into an aged care home or community house for respite care. What can I do?
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