01_045_0115_1_1
STA And Assistance (Inc. Respite) - 1:4 - Weekday

Line Item Description

NDIS Line Item: 01_045_0115_1_1 STA And Assistance (Inc. Respite) - 1:4 - Weekday
This NDIS support item is funded under the Core Support Purpose and the registration group Assistance with Daily Life Tasks in a Group or Shared Living Arrangement (0115).

Short Term Accommodation (STA) and Respite:

This line item provides integrated funding for Short Term Accommodation (STA), which includes respite care for participants and their families or carers. STA is designed to offer a short, temporary stay away from a participant's usual residence in a supported group setting.

Integrated Daily Support:

The funding is provided as a complete daily rate (billed per Day) and covers all necessary expenses for a 24-hour period, ensuring a seamless experience for the participant. This integrated support includes:

Accommodation: The cost of the temporary residence itself (usually a centre or group home).

Daily Self-Care Assistance: Support with or supervision of personal tasks of daily life (e.g., showering, dressing).

Food and Meals: The costs associated with preparing and providing meals throughout the day.

Activities: Funding for various activities and community participation opportunities during the stay.

Service Structure:

Ratio: This specific line item, 01_045_0115_1_1, specifies a 1:4 staff-to-participant ratio. This means one support worker provides assistance to a group of four participants at the same time.

Timing: The service is delivered on a Weekday (Monday to Friday) basis. Different line items apply for support provided on weekends or public holidays.

Duration: STA is typically approved for short periods, often up to 14 consecutive days at a time.

Benefits of STA:

This support item provides several key benefits:

Respite: It gives primary carers and family members a planned and essential break (respite) from their regular caring duties, helping to sustain the care arrangement over the long term.

Skill Development: It provides participants with an opportunity to try new activities, meet new people, and build independence and social skills in a safe, structured environment.

Continuity of Care: Ensures that the participant receives consistent, tailored, and comprehensive support while away from home.