01_052_0115_1_1
STA And Assistance (Inc. Respite) - 1:4 - Sunday (Daily)

Line Item Description

This NDIS support item (01_052_0115_1_1) is for Short Term Accommodation (STA) and Assistance, which is also commonly referred to as respite. It provides integrated support for a participant for a short stay away from their usual home in a group residence or centre-based facility.

Purpose and Duration The primary purpose of this funding is to give participants a change of environment and to provide their families or informal carers with a short break or respite. STA is typically used for a total of up to 28 days per NDIS plan year, with stays often booked in blocks of up to 14 consecutive days. This specific line item covers a full 24-hour period of support delivered on a Sunday.

Key Inclusions (24-Hour Period) The support item is a fixed daily cost that includes all expenses for the 24-hour period on a Sunday. This covers:

Support Worker Assistance (Respite): Staff support to assist with daily personal activities, community access, and supervision.

Support Ratio: The support is delivered in a group setting with a 1:4 staff-to-participant ratio, meaning one support worker is allocated for a group of up to four participants.

Accommodation: The costs associated with the participant's temporary accommodation.

Meals and Food: The cost of food, groceries, and related daily living expenses for the participant.

Activities: Funding for agreed-upon activities in the centre or community that help the participant pursue their goals, develop new skills, or boost social participation.

This support is funded under the Core Supports budget, specifically within the Assistance with Daily Life category.