Respite Services
Each year our Respite Service offers high quality short term accommodation for more than 100 individuals from Bayley House and the Southern Metropolitan area.
Respite gives both the carers and our people the opportunity to have a break from their normal routine. Family and carers can take time out from the on-going responsibilities of caring for a person with an intellectual disability and recharge their batteries. Our people also benefit as respite provides the opportunity to develop new friends, enjoy different experiences and adjust to other environments.
Our Respite Service caters for a variety of needs. Some stay a few nights, others a few weeks. On occasions we may provide longer term support to those who have no other alternative.
Up to six people can be accommodated each night and our staff members work very hard to make sure that respite is an enjoyable experience.
What are the benefits of our Respite Service?
• Enables individuals with an ID and their carers to have s short break from each other
• Provides a safe & friendly environment whilst loved ones are away or unwell
• Provides time for our people to adjust to a different home environment
• Can be the first step toward living in shared supported accommodation
• Encourages social development with many new people to meet and spend time with
Do I need to book?
Bookings are essential.
Our Respite Service is highly sought and the Respite House is often fully booked. Bookings can be made by contacting the Respite House via email or phone. Those new to our service must complete an application form and attend a trial night to assist in familiarization with the surroundings before he or she is able to be booked to stay for longer periods of time.
Who is eligible to use our Respite Service?
To be able to use our residential service individuals must:
• Be over 18 years of age
• Have an intellectual disability as their primary disability
• Be registered with the Department of Human Services
How much respite care am I entitled to?
Each person registered with the Department of Human Services is allocated a certain number of respite hours per year. How these are used is up to the individual and their carer. Some individuals use their hours each week whilst others save their hours up and use our Respite Service for weekends or longer periods of time.
What is the cost of the Respite Service?
A fee of $40 per night applies. This includes accommodation and meals. Spending money is additional.
Contact Respite Services
For further information about our Respite Service please contact the General Manager of Accomodation & Carer Support by calling Bayley House on 03 9592 6155 or email: Londsdale@bayleyhouse.org.au