Short Term Accommodation (STA)

Safe, Structured and Fully Supported NDIS Respite

Everything feels different when you know your loved one is safe.

Our Short Term Accommodation offers NDIS-funded respite in a calm, professionally supported home environment where dignity, stability and comfort come first. Whether families need time to recharge or participants are exploring Supported Independent Living, we provide structured short stays designed to feel secure, comfortable and reassuring.

What Is Short Term Accommodation?

Short Term Accommodation, often referred to as respite care under the NDIS, is temporary supported accommodation that includes:

  • 24/7 experienced support workers
  • Assistance with daily living and personal care
  • Medication management
  • Nutritious meals
  • Structured routines
  • Community access where appropriate

STA can be used for overnight stays, weekends or up to 14 days at a time in line with NDIS guidelines.

It is not simply a place to stay. It is a fully supported environment where participants are cared for respectfully and families can step back with confidence.

Who is STA designed for?

Our NDIS Short Term Accommodation is ideal for:

NDIS Support Melbourne, Supported independent living Australia

Families needing temporary respite

NDIS Support Melbourne

Participants exploring Supported Independent Living (SIL)

NDIS Support Melbourne

Individuals transitioning between housing

NDIS Support Melbourne

Adults building independence skills

NDIS Support Melbourne

Participants with moderate to high support needs

A calm and carefully managed home

At A-Okay Care, our STA homes are intentionally designed to feel welcoming and stable, never clinical or chaotic.

Each home offers:

  • Comfortable private bedrooms
  • Shared spaces that feel warm and relaxed
  • Safe, well-maintained environments
  • Professional, consistent staffing
  • Clear routines that reduce stress and uncertainty

We maintain low-capacity homes to protect the calm dynamic that participants need to feel at ease.

We match people, not just beds

Even for short stays, compatibility matters.

Before confirming a booking, we carefully consider:

  • Support needs and daily routines
  • Communication styles
  • Social preferences
  • Sensory considerations
  • Existing household dynamics

We do not introduce participants into environments that may feel overwhelming or unsuitable. Our goal is always stability, comfort and smooth shared living from the very beginning.

What a stay looks like

For families

We understand how much trust it takes to step back, even temporarily.

Our experienced support team provides:

  • Clear communication before and during the stay
  • Consistent staffing wherever possible
  • Transparent updates
  • Respectful, person-centred care at all times

Families tell us the difference is not just in the service itself, but in the feeling of reassurance that comes with it.

Considering a future move to Supported Independent Living?

For many participants, STA becomes a gentle introduction to Supported Independent Living (SIL).

A short stay can:

  • Build confidence in shared living
  • Allow participants to experience structured support
  • Help families assess compatibility
  • Provide a gradual transition into long-term SIL accommodation

We approach every STA stay with the same professionalism and care as our permanent supported housing.

Why choose A-Okay Care for STA?

Ready to Book a Short Stay?