NDIS update: Short term respite replaces short term accommodation.
The NDIS has released new guidance about short term respite, previously called short term accommodation. The name change to Short Term Respite (STR) helps make the purpose of this support clearer. It’s about meeting your everyday needs while giving you and your informal supports (such as family or friends) some time apart to rest and recharge. Here’s what you need to know about what’s changed, who it applies to and how it works. What is NDIS short term respite? Short term respite is an NDIS support that gives you a comfortable and safe place to stay for a short time when the people who usually help you (your ‘primary informal supports’) are unavailable or need a break. It provides temporary accommodation and ensures you still get the support you need with daily living – for example, help with personal care or taking part in your usual routines. You might also use short term respite if spending some time away from your usual supports helps you work towards your NDIS goals, for instance, building independence or trying new experiences. Your primary informal supports are the people in your life who regularly provide unpaid help related to your disability, such as family
