01_065_0115_1_1
STA And Assistance (Inc. Respite) - 1:3 - Public Holiday (Daily)

Line Item Description

This support item (01_065_0115_1_1) is allocated under the Core support budget, specifically for Short Term Accommodation (STA) and Assistance (including the provision of respite care). It represents a comprehensive 24-hour daily rate for temporary support provided on a Public Holiday.

Service Description

Short Term Accommodation and Assistance supports provide integrated assistance for self-care, accommodation, food, and activities in a group residence or centre for short periods. This is designed to offer temporary, comprehensive support when a participant's usual arrangements are non-typical or unavailable.

For this specific item, the support is delivered with a 1:3 staff-to-participant ratio. The service serves as a critical form of respite care, giving a valuable break to the participant's family and informal support network while also allowing the participant to develop skills, engage with peers, and experience a different environment. Support delivered on a public holiday is defined as starting at or after midnight on the night prior to the public holiday.

Inclusions

The daily rate for this support item is inclusive of all expenses for the 24-hour period, covering:

Accommodation for the short stay.

Food and meals provided throughout the stay.

Personal support and assistance with self-care activities.

Funding for negotiated activities and community access.