Respite

Respite may provide a participant with an opportunity to spend time with a support worker while their usual family member, carer or informal support takes a break from their caring responsibilities.

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• Providing companionship and social support.

• Supporting participation in recreational and leisure activities.

• Supporting community access and social participation.

• Assistance with daily living activities.

• Supporting established routines and activities.

• Providing short-term support within the participant's home.

• Supporting participants to access community facilities and activities.

• Supporting participants to maintain their usual routines while their informal supports take a break.

• Providing support for an agreed period of time in accordance with the participant's support plan and service agreement.

• Other supports that are within the worker's training, competency and agreed scope of service.