The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) is an insurance scheme in Australia, which provides support and funding to individuals with disabilities. One of the funding categories is for Short Term Accommodation (STA), which allows for support for when you need to live out of home for a short period. STA funding can be used for respite to support you and your carers. This gives your carers a short break from their caring role. In this article, we will delve into the guidelines, rules, and flexibility of NDIS STA, including Respite, addressing questions related to funding, limitations, pricing, line item numbers, purpose, and flexibility for different participants.
What is the purpose of STA?
The primary purpose of Short-Term Accommodation, including Respite, is to provide a break for participants and their carers. This break can be essential for maintaining the overall well-being of both the participant and their support network. It allows participants to experience new environments, engage in social activities, and build connections with support workers and peers. Whilst it can offer temporary relief for caregivers and support networks, enabling them to take a break while ensuring quality care for individuals with disabilities.
What is the difference between STA and Respite?
The main distinction between the two lies in their purpose and duration. Respite is intended to provide a break and typically provides short-term support for a few hours up to a few days, while STA involves longer stays ranging from several days to weeks. STA is usually intended to provide support when when you need to live out of home for a short period. For example, you may be moving homes and need an interim place to stay in between the two homes.
The two terms can often be used interchangeably.
Where does the funding come from and what can be funded?
The NDIS provides funding for respite care and STA services through the Core Supports category. It covers the cost of your care in another place for up to 14 days at a time and the NDIS usually will fund up to 28 days of Short Term Accommodation per year.
a. Accommodation Costs: This includes the cost of staying at a short-term accommodation facility, such as a respite center or a support worker’s home.
b. Support Worker Assistance: Funding can cover the fees associated with support workers who assist participants during their short-term stay.
c. Transportation: NDIS can fund transportation costs to and from the short-term accommodation facility.
d. Activities and Programs: The scheme may cover the expenses related to engaging participants in various activities and programs during their respite period.
What will the NDIS not cover?
a. Non-Disability Related Costs: Expenses that are not directly related to the participant’s disability, such as entertainment costs for family members accompanying the participant, may not be funded.
b. Luxury Services: High-end or luxury services that go beyond the standard requirements for short-term accommodation may not be covered.
What is the maximum price and line item number?
The NDIS sets maximum prices for different support categories, including STA. They fund standard rates for STA. You can find the current rates in the NDIS Pricing Arrangements and Price Limits .
Is the funding flexible?
The NDIS recognizes the unique needs of each participant, and STA, including respite, services are designed to be flexible. This flexibility allows participants to tailor their respite experience according to their preferences, interests, and specific requirements. It enables individuals with disabilities to access respite services that align with their goals and aspirations.
Speak to your Support Coordinator, Plan Manager or LAC about arranging a respite stay for you and your supports.
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