{"id":558,"date":"2026-11-10T05:53:23","date_gmt":"2026-11-10T05:53:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/datss.au\/?page_id=558"},"modified":"2026-11-10T05:54:17","modified_gmt":"2026-11-10T05:54:17","slug":"respite-sta","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/datss.au\/?page_id=558","title":{"rendered":"Respite &#038; STA"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-page\" data-elementor-id=\"558\" class=\"elementor elementor-558\" data-elementor-post-type=\"page\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c4ac4c6 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"c4ac4c6\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-9dbb136 elementor-widget elementor-widget-html\" data-id=\"9dbb136\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"html.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<!DOCTYPE html>\r\n<html lang=\"en-AU\">\r\n<head>\r\n<meta charset=\"UTF-8\">\r\n<meta name=\"viewport\" content=\"width=device-width, initial-scale=1\">\r\n<title>Respite & Short-Term Accommodation (STA) \u2013 DATSS<\/title>\r\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"DATSS Respite and Short-Term Accommodation (STA): a safe, supportive and welcoming place to relax, recharge and experience something new across Ipswich and South East Queensland.\">\r\n<style>\r\nbody { margin: 0; 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Short-Term Accommodation?<\/h2>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n\r\n      <div class=\"datss-what-grid\">\r\n        <div class=\"datss-what-item\">\r\n          <h3>Respite<\/h3>\r\n          <p>Respite provides temporary support arrangements that give participants a change from their usual routine while allowing their regular carers and families time to rest, attend to other responsibilities or manage unexpected circumstances.<\/p>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n        <div class=\"datss-what-item\">\r\n          <h3>Short-Term Accommodation (STA)<\/h3>\r\n          <p>Short-Term Accommodation (STA) is a term commonly used to describe temporary accommodation and disability-related support away from a participant's usual home.<\/p>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n        <div class=\"datss-what-item\">\r\n          <h3>NDIS Funding<\/h3>\r\n          <p>Under current NDIS arrangements, eligible respite supports may be funded through <strong>Short Term Respite<\/strong>, depending on the participant's circumstances, plan and applicable NDIS funding rules.<\/p>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n\r\n      <p class=\"datss-what-note\">At DATSS, we focus on creating an environment where participants feel welcomed, respected, included and supported throughout their stay.<\/p>\r\n\r\n    <\/div>\r\n  <\/section>\r\n\r\n  <!-- HOW CAN DATSS SUPPORT YOU -->\r\n  <section class=\"datss-services\">\r\n    <div class=\"datss-wrap\">\r\n\r\n      <div class=\"datss-section-heading\">\r\n        <h2>How Can DATSS Support You?<\/h2>\r\n      <\/div>\r\n\r\n      <div class=\"datss-service-grid\">\r\n\r\n        <div class=\"datss-service-card\">\r\n          <div class=\"datss-card-head\">\r\n            <div class=\"datss-service-icon\">\ud83c\udfe1<\/div>\r\n            <h3>Comfortable &amp; Supportive Accommodation<\/h3>\r\n          <\/div>\r\n          <p>We aim to provide a welcoming and supportive environment where participants can feel comfortable and secure.<\/p>\r\n          <p class=\"lead\">Our support may include:<\/p>\r\n          <ul class=\"datss-list\">\r\n            <li>Short stays away from the usual home environment<\/li>\r\n            <li>Assistance with daily routines and personal care<\/li>\r\n            <li>Support with meals, hygiene and everyday activities<\/li>\r\n            <li>Individualised care based on participant needs<\/li>\r\n            <li>Support to maintain familiar routines and preferences<\/li>\r\n            <li>Appropriate supervision and assistance throughout the stay<\/li>\r\n          <\/ul>\r\n          <p class=\"note\">Accommodation arrangements are assessed according to individual accessibility, safety and support requirements.<\/p>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n\r\n        <div class=\"datss-service-card\">\r\n          <div class=\"datss-card-head\">\r\n            <div class=\"datss-service-icon\">\ud83d\udc9c<\/div>\r\n            <h3>Personalised Care &amp; Daily Living Support<\/h3>\r\n          <\/div>\r\n          <p>Every participant has different needs, and our team works to ensure support is tailored to the individual.<\/p>\r\n          <p class=\"lead\">We can assist with:<\/p>\r\n          <ul class=\"datss-list\">\r\n            <li>Showering, dressing and personal hygiene<\/li>\r\n            <li>Meal preparation and eating<\/li>\r\n            <li>Mobility and transfers<\/li>\r\n            <li>Medication assistance where authorised and appropriate<\/li>\r\n            <li>Daily living activities<\/li>\r\n            <li>Emotional wellbeing and reassurance<\/li>\r\n            <li>Maintaining independence and personal choice<\/li>\r\n          <\/ul>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n\r\n        <div class=\"datss-service-card\">\r\n          <div class=\"datss-card-head\">\r\n            <div class=\"datss-service-icon\">\ud83c\udf08<\/div>\r\n            <h3>Fun Activities &amp; New Experiences<\/h3>\r\n          <\/div>\r\n          <p>A respite stay can be an opportunity to enjoy activities, explore interests and create positive memories.<\/p>\r\n          <p class=\"lead\">Depending on individual preferences and arrangements, activities may include:<\/p>\r\n          <ul class=\"datss-list\">\r\n            <li>Movies and entertainment<\/li>\r\n            <li>Arts, crafts and creative activities<\/li>\r\n            <li>Cooking and baking<\/li>\r\n            <li>Parks, beaches and sightseeing<\/li>\r\n            <li>Community outings and attractions<\/li>\r\n            <li>Games, music and social activities<\/li>\r\n            <li>Relaxation and recreational experiences<\/li>\r\n          <\/ul>\r\n          <p class=\"note\">Our goal is to make each stay enjoyable, engaging and meaningful.<\/p>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n\r\n        <div class=\"datss-service-card\">\r\n          <div class=\"datss-card-head\">\r\n            <div class=\"datss-service-icon\">\ud83c\udf31<\/div>\r\n            <h3>Building Confidence &amp; Independence<\/h3>\r\n          <\/div>\r\n          <p>Respite can also provide opportunities to practise everyday skills and build confidence in a supportive environment.<\/p>\r\n          <p class=\"lead\">We encourage participants to:<\/p>\r\n          <ul class=\"datss-list\">\r\n            <li>Make choices about their daily activities<\/li>\r\n            <li>Practise personal care and daily living skills<\/li>\r\n            <li>Develop social and communication skills<\/li>\r\n            <li>Participate in meal preparation<\/li>\r\n            <li>Build confidence in new environments<\/li>\r\n            <li>Experience greater independence<\/li>\r\n            <li>Work towards their individual goals<\/li>\r\n          <\/ul>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n\r\n        <div class=\"datss-service-card\">\r\n          <div class=\"datss-card-head\">\r\n            <div class=\"datss-service-icon\">\ud83e\udd1d<\/div>\r\n            <h3>Supporting Families &amp; Carers<\/h3>\r\n          <\/div>\r\n          <p>We recognise the important role families and informal carers play in supporting people living with disability.<\/p>\r\n          <p class=\"lead\">Respite arrangements may help carers:<\/p>\r\n          <ul class=\"datss-list\">\r\n            <li>Take time to rest and recharge<\/li>\r\n            <li>Attend appointments or personal commitments<\/li>\r\n            <li>Manage family responsibilities<\/li>\r\n            <li>Respond to changes in their caring circumstances<\/li>\r\n            <li>Maintain their own health and wellbeing<\/li>\r\n          <\/ul>\r\n          <p class=\"note\">We work collaboratively with participants, families, guardians and support coordinators to ensure appropriate planning and continuity of care.<\/p>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n\r\n        <div class=\"datss-service-card\">\r\n          <div class=\"datss-card-head\">\r\n            <div class=\"datss-service-icon\">\ud83d\udea8<\/div>\r\n            <h3>Emergency &amp; 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