01_051_0115_1_1
STA And Assistance (Inc. Respite) - 1:4 - Saturday (Daily)

Line Item Description

The NDIS support item 01_051_0115_1_1: STA And Assistance (Inc. Respite) - 1:4 - Saturday provides Short Term Accommodation (STA), which is an essential service for NDIS participants, also commonly referred to as respite care.

Purpose of Support

This funding is designed to cover the cost of support and accommodation for a short, temporary time away from a participant’s usual home. The primary goals of STA are twofold:

Carer Respite: To provide an essential break for the participant's primary informal support network or family carers, helping to prevent burnout and sustain the participant's current living arrangement.

Participant Development: To offer the participant a change of environment, new experiences, the opportunity to socialise with peers, and a chance to build independence and daily living skills in a supported setting.

Support Details

This specific support item applies to stays delivered on a Saturday in a shared setting. It is priced for a 1:4 support ratio, meaning one support worker is available to assist a group of four participants.

Inclusions

The NDIS daily rate for Short Term Accommodation is all-inclusive and covers all core components of a 24-hour supported stay. This funding package includes:

Accommodation: The cost of the temporary stay in a suitable facility.

Personal Care and Daily Support: Comprehensive assistance with daily living tasks, self-care activities, and administration of medication, delivered by qualified support staff.

Food: All meals and catering for specific dietary needs throughout the stay.

Agreed Activities: Opportunities to participate in social, recreational, and skill-building activities both within the accommodation and the local community, as agreed upon between the participant and provider.

STA is typically funded under the Core Supports budget category, specifically Assistance with Daily Life (0115). The NDIS usually funds up to 28 days of STA per plan year, which can be used flexibly in short blocks, such as a weekend per month, to best meet the respite needs of the participant and their support network.