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Take a well-deserved break from your caring responsibilities
Take a well-deserved break from your caring responsibilities
Rest and recharge this October, while your loved one enjoys a short two-week stay, with no Basic Daily Care Fee* charged.
Recognising and supporting carers' wellbeing
Coordinated by Carers Australia, National Carers Week celebrates and recognises the commitment of carers to their loved ones and the community.
To help you take a break from your caring responsibilities, we are offering a two-week stay for your loved one, with no Basic Daily Care Fee charged in our selected homes when you book before 31 October.
What is short-term respite care?
Respite care offers a short-term option for people requiring care and for their carers that may need a break. It can be accessed in your home, in the community, or in a residential aged care home. All of our Estia Health aged care homes offer residential respite care, giving you the option to join us for a short stay.
For carers, looking after someone requires an incredible amount of commitment and dedication and there will be a time where you need to take time away for appointments, a holiday, or just a short break to look after yourself. Respite care provides the opportunity to do that, knowing your loved one is being cared for in a safe and supportive environment.
People come for a short stay with us for a number of reasons; it may be an option for someone transitioning from a hospital stay following an accident or illness, requiring additional care and support before moving home. For many, respite care can also be an opportunity to try residential aged care before making the permanent move into a residential aged care home.
What does a carer do?
Caring may include help and support with any of the daily activities of living of the person being cared for. It may include physical and personal care such as dressing, lifting, showering, toileting, feeding or providing transport and the management of medications, attending appointments, banking and dealing with any emergencies.
Am I a carer?
Carers are people who provide unpaid care and support to family members and friends who have a disability, mental illness, chronic condition, terminal illness, or who are frail aged. Carers are an integral part of Australia’s health system and are the foundation of our aged, disability, palliative and community care systems.
Why might I need support?
Caring for someone who is vulnerable, dealing with an illness or who are frail and aged requiring support, is often handled by family and friends who are unpaid carers. Support is available to ensure that carers can take a break and recharge, also taking care of their own wellbeing.
From a temporary stay to a joyful new home
From a temporary stay to a joyful new home
Norma has lived a wonderful life filled with love, happiness and family. After living with her daughter Yvonne and her partner for a few years, Norma encouraged them to take a well-deserved break. It was Norma's idea to find a respite care option so they could enjoy their time away knowing she would be safe and cared for.
From the moment she arrived for a two-week stay, Norma felt at home. Beyond the activities and amenities, it was the sense of community that really stood out to her. “I have met so many new people I now call friends. I have good conversations and don’t ever feel alone.”
To Yvonne's suprise, Norma decided she didn’t want to return home and told her daughter she would like to become a permanent resident. Read more here.
Norma’s story is a testament to the benefits of respite care at Estia Health, not only for those receiving the care but also for their loved ones. We want to support caregivers while offering a supportive environment where their loved ones can thrive and find new joy.
All of our homes offer residential respite care, giving you the option to join us for a short stay.
Speak with our friendly team today and let us help you with the next steps.
63 days of subsidised respite care
Eligible people can access up to 63 days of subsidised respite care each financial year. This includes both planned and emergency residential respite care. If more than 63 days are required due to your care needs, carer stress or the absence of your carer, it is possible to extend this by 21 days at a time, with further approval from an aged care assessor.
Learn more about residential respite subsidy and supplements here.
* Terms and conditions
1. This offer is valid from October 1, 2024, to October 31, 2024, exclusively at the following Estia Health selected homes: Bannockburn, Camden, Dandenong, Epping VIC, Glen Waverley, Grovedale, Kilbride, Leopold, Oakleigh East, South Morang, Victoria Heights and Wattle Glen.
2. Eligibility Requirements:
- Applicants must possess a valid aged care assessment for respite care.
- Applicants must have available subsidised respite care days.
- A minimum stay of consecutive 2 weeks is mandatory at the same Estia Health home.
3. Residents are responsible for all pharmacy expenses.
4. Respite care bookings must be made before October 31, 2024, to take advantage of this offer.
5. This offer is subject to availability and may be limited.
6. This offer is valid for a single use per resident.
