Respite Care Services That Give Everyone a Break
Care Assure is a registered NDIS respite care provider across South Australia and Tasmania. Respite gives participants a supported stay away from home and gives carers a real break. Every stay includes personal care, meals, and activities.
What is NDIS Respite Care?
NDIS respite care is a funded short stay away from your usual home, in a supported setting with on-site staff. It is not a holiday camp, and it is not aged care. It is disability support delivered somewhere other than where you normally live.
The NDIA funds respite through two accommodation types. Short-term accommodation covers stays of up to 14 consecutive days and up to 28 days a year. Medium-term accommodation covers longer transitions of up to 90 days, during which permanent housing is confirmed but not yet ready.
Both come from your Core Supports budget. STA is charged at an all-inclusive daily rate that covers accommodation, personal care, meals, and activities. MTA covers accommodation only; daily supports are funded separately.
Registered NDIS Respite Providers Across South Australia and Tasmania
Care Assure delivers respite in our own supported homes across South Australia and Tasmania. That matters more than it sounds. A respite stay in a home we already operate means staff who already work there, a registered nurse who already writes the care plans, and a house set up for disability support rather than converted for the week.
Every respite stay includes accommodation, personal care, meals, daily living assistance, and activities. Participants with complex clinical needs are supported under the same registered nurse governance that covers our permanent residents, which is why we can take respite bookings that other providers decline.
Respite is also how many participants first try supported living. A short stay is a low-commitment way to find out whether a shared supported home suits you before anyone signs anything permanent.
Respite Availability and Supported Homes
Care Assure maintains a current list of available respite placements across our homes in SA and Tasmania. Availability is listed with location, accessibility features and current vacancy. Book early where you can, since school holidays and December fill first.
- For Rent
- SDA - HPS
28 Matteo circle, Claremont Tas 7011
- For Rent
- SIL
2 Barrie Robran Gate, Whyalla Norrie SA 5608
- For Rent
- SIL
3 Barrie Robran Gate, Whyalla Norrie SA 5608
NDIS Respite Locations Across SA and Tasmania
Care Assure delivers NDIS respite across South Australia and Tasmania. Choose your area below for local homes, current availability and a team that knows the region.
Adelaide
NDIS respite across greater Adelaide, with registered nurse oversight and 24-hour support.
Tasmania
Respite across southern and northern Tasmania, in our supported homes.
Hobart
Respite placements in greater Hobart, close to Royal Hobart Hospital and city services.
Mount Gambier
Respite in regional South Australia, with a strong local community.
Port Augusta
Respite and daily support in the upper Spencer Gulf region.
Whyalla
Respite and daily support in Whyalla, on the Spencer Gulf.
Mount Barker
Respite and support in the Adelaide Hills, close to local services.
Why Care Assure for Respite Care
Choosing a respite provider means trusting someone else with the person you care for, often for the first time. Care Assure supports NDIS participants across SA and Tasmania with registered nurse oversight, real availability, and staff trained to support complex needs.
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Registered Nurse
Care Plans
A registered nurse writes and reviews every care plan, so medication, health, and support needs are managed to a clinical standard.
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Trained Support
Workers
Qualified support workers help with daily living, personal care, and activities, matched to your NDIS goals and support level.
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Stay Connected
or Switch Off
We keep you informed during your stay if you want to hear from us, or give you complete space to rest if you prefer.
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Support for
Complex Needs
Our staff is trained in complex behaviors, epilepsy management, and high-intensity support that many respite providers cannot accommodate.
STA vs MTA: What's the Difference?
Short-term and medium-term accommodation are both temporary housing supports funded by the NDIS, but they serve different purposes and have different funding rules.
| Feature | STA (Short Term Accommodation) | MTA (Medium Term Accommodation) |
|---|---|---|
| Purpose | Short respite stay, carer break, new experience | Transitional housing while waiting for permanent accommodation |
| Duration | Up to 14 consecutive days, up to 28 days per year | Up to 90 days, extendable in limited circumstances |
| Budget line | Core Supports | Core Supports |
| What it covers | Accommodation, meals, personal care, activities, all-inclusive daily rate | Accommodation only. Daily supports funded separately. |
| Who uses it | Participants wanting a break from home or regular care | Participants between SDA placements, leaving hospital, or in a housing crisis |
| Available at Care Assure | Yes, SA and TAS locations | Yes, SA and TAS locations |
STA and MTA are both funded from Core Supports, but they answer different questions. If you want a break, that is STA. If you have nowhere to go while your permanent home is arranged, that is MTA. Read the full details on our Short-Term Accommodation and Medium-Term Accommodation pages, or call us and we will tell you which one your plan is pointing at.
Our Respite Services Help with Daily Life
Care Assure's respite support covers everything a stay involves, funded through your NDIS Core Supports budget. From personal care through to getting out for the day, our support workers assist across the areas listed below, all guided by a care plan written and reviewed by a registered nurse before you arrive.
- Personal Care and Hygiene
- Meal Preparation and Nutrition
- Medication Management
- Household and Domestic Tasks
- Community Access and Social Activities
- Overnight and Active Night Support
- Travel and Transport
- Emergency and Short Notice Placements
Your Journey Into NDIS Respite Care
Confirm your NDIS plan includes Short-Term or Medium-Term Accommodation under Core Supports. Your plan manager or support coordinator can verify what is funded and how many days remain for the year.
Call (08) 7071 9276 to discuss dates, support needs and which of our homes suits you. We will tell you honestly what is available rather than putting you on a list and hoping.
Our registered nurse reviews support needs and prepares a care plan, and the support workers on shift are briefed on it before the stay begins, rather than on the day.
You arrive to a home that is expecting you, with staff who already know your needs and a plan already in place. We check in with your carer afterward to see how it went.
What NDIS Participants Say About Care Assure
Care Assure’s Supported Independent Living program has given me a newfound sense of independence. Their team is so supportive and accommodating, ensuring my needs are met every step of the way. I finally feel empowered to lead my life on my terms!
Why Choose Care Assure as Your Respite Provider?
- Respite in our own homes: Stays happen in Care Assure-supported homes with staff already rostered, not in a facility we have booked for the week.
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- Registered nurse oversight: Every home has a registered nurse writing and monitoring care plans. This is not standard across the respite sector.
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- NDIS and NIISQ registered: Dual registration signals a higher standard of practice and accountability.
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- Locations across SA and TAS: Adelaide, Mount Gambier, Mount Barker, Port Augusta, Whyalla, and Hobart.
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- Complex needs accepted: We take respite bookings involving epilepsy, complex behaviors, and high-intensity clinical support that other providers decline.
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- A pathway to permanent support: Many participants use a respite stay to try supported living before committing to a permanent move.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is respite care?
Respite care is a short, supported stay away from your usual home. For NDIS participants, it is funded through Short-Term Accommodation or Medium-Term Accommodation and includes accommodation, personal care, meals, daily living assistance, and activities. It gives participants a change of scenery and provides regular carers with a genuine break.
- What is NDIS respite care?
NDIS respite is disability support delivered somewhere other than your usual home, funded from the Core Supports budget in your plan. It is distinct from aged care respite, which is funded through My Aged Care under a separate scheme with different eligibility criteria and an assessment process. If you are over 65 and were not an NDIS participant before turning 65, aged care is generally the right pathway, and we will tell you so, rather than take a booking we cannot fund.
- How long can someone stay in respite care?
Under Short-Term Accommodation, up to 14 consecutive days at a time and up to 28 days across a year. Medium-term accommodation covers longer stays of up to 90 days, and can be extended in limited circumstances where permanent housing is confirmed but not yet available.
- How much does NDIS respite cost per day?
STA is set as an all-inclusive daily rate by the NDIS Pricing Schedule, with different rates for weekdays, Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays, and for the support ratio you need. Because it is all-inclusive, accommodation, personal care, meals, and activities are covered by a single rate.
- Who pays for respite care in Australia?
For NDIS participants, the NDIA funds respite through Core Supports. For older Australians outside the NDIS, respite is funded through the aged care system via My Aged Care. Which one applies depends on your age and whether you entered the NDIS before turning 65.
- What is the difference between STA and MTA?
STA is short respite, up to 14 consecutive days and 28 days a year, charged as an all-inclusive daily rate. MTA is transitional accommodation for up to 90 days while permanent housing is arranged; it covers only accommodation, with daily supports funded separately.
- Can I get emergency or short-notice respite?
Sometimes, it depends entirely on availability. Emergency respite comes down to whether a suitable bed is free in a home that can meet the support needs at the time you call, which is not something any provider can promise in advance. Ring us, and we will tell you straight away whether we can help, rather than leaving you waiting on a maybe while you are already in a difficult situation.
- Do you accept participants with complex needs?
Yes. Our homes operate under registered nurse care plan governance, and support workers are trained in epilepsy management, complex behaviors, and high-intensity clinical supports before they deliver them. This is the main reason participants come to us after other respite providers have declined a booking. Call our team to discuss the specific supports involved, and we will tell you honestly whether we can deliver them safely.
- Where are Care Assure respite homes located?
Across South Australia and Tasmania, including Adelaide, Mount Gambier, Mount Barker, Port Augusta, Whyalla, and greater Hobart. Availability varies, so call to check what is open for your dates.
- Do I need respite funding already in my plan?
To use NDIS funding, yes. If STA or MTA is not currently in your plan, your support coordinator can request a plan review, and we can provide documentation supporting the request. Speak to us before your review rather than after.
- Can respite lead to permanent supported living?
Yes, and it often does. A respite stay lets you test whether a shared supported home suits you before committing. If it does, we can talk about SIL. If it does not, nothing has been signed.
- How far in advance should I book respite?
As early as you reasonably can. School holidays and December book out first across the whole sector, not just with us, and emergency availability is never something to count on. If you already know your dates, call and hold them. If your plan renews mid-year, it is worth mapping your respite days across the year rather than using them all at once.
- Is respite available for children?
Respite arrangements for participants under 18 work differently from adult-supported accommodation, and what is appropriate depends on the child's age and support needs. Speak to our team about what is available before assuming either way. We would rather have that conversation properly than give a yes or no that turns out to be wrong for your situation.
