Our respite care services offer short-term support and accommodation, providing carers and families the opportunity to take a break, knowing that their loved ones are in capable hands and receiving the care they need. Whether it's in the comfort of their own home or in one of our residential facilities, our dedicated team ensures personalised and attentive care tailored to each individual's needs.

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Our Respite Care Services

When your carer needs time of their own or simply needs to attend to other matters, we offer support through our respite services. With short-term day and overnight respite options, your carer can take a break with the comfort of knowing that you are receiving the support and attention you need.

 

In-home respite

Receive time with a care worker in your own home while your carer takes some time out. Home respite provides you with continuity of care through companionship, or personal or domestic assistance, in your own home.

Residential respite care

Our residential respite care offers short-term accommodation in our aged care facilities, providing a safe and supportive environment for your loved ones while their regular carer takes break.

Respite centre

Buried In Treasures

Our respite centres offer you the opportunity to attend a respite centre where you can enjoy social and recreational activities in a relaxed, yet stimulating environment, while your carer is doing other things. Respite Centre activities may include the option to join group outings and bus trips to places like the local park, art gallery, the shopping centre or swimming pool. 

In-home overnight respite

Targeted Program

Our in-home overnight option provides carers with short flexible breaks while you stay at one of our well-equipped and comfortable overnight centres (for up to three nights). There are plenty of activities on offer including wellness programs, quizzes and board games, music appreciation, discussion groups and group outings.

 

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Explore Our Residential Respite Care Locations

With 41 Residential Aged Care locations across New South Wales and South East Queensland, we're confident we'll be able to help find the right Home that suits your respite care needs, lifestyle and personal preferences.

Explore Our Centre Based Respite Care Locations

  • Chantal Cottage Respite Centre (now reopened)

    28 McAuley Place, Wahroonga NSW 2077

    Phone: (02) 9489 3592 (Monday - Friday)


  • Dubbo Home Club
    2 Tony McGrane Place, Dubbo
    02 6881 3700 (Monday-Friday)

  • Dubbo-Bielle Respite Cottage
    80 Cobbora Road, Dubbo
    02 6881 3700 (Friday, Saturday, Sunday)

  • Willoughby Respite Centre 
    114 Sydney Road, Willoughby
    02 8876 2270 (Tuesday, Thursday, Friday)

  • Warnervale Respite Centre
    Lower Level, 1 Minnesota Road, Hamlyn Terrace
    1800 167 428 (Monday - Friday)

Simple Steps to Get Started

Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 4
Submit an enquiry Initial Consultation Choose Respite Care Develop a Care Plan

Stories from Those We Support 

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The in-home respite service has been a huge help. My husband gets the care he needs, and I can take a break knowing he’s in good hands.
– Susan Matthews (Carer)

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Staying at the aged care facility was a wonderful experience. The staff were caring, and it gave my daughter peace of mind.
– Arthur Dawson (Client)

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The respite centre has been a joy for my mum. She enjoys the activities, and I get time to recharge knowing she’s happy.
– Rebecca Lawson (Carer)

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The overnight respite was fantastic. I felt well cared for, enjoyed the activities, and my family had time to rest.
– David Lewis (Client)

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • Most of our homes offer two-week respite care or short stay care. This may be used when your carer is away or unable to provide care for any other reason. Respite care is subject to availability and your specific care needs.

  • A day respite centre allows you to enjoy social and recreational activities in a relaxed yet stimulating environment allowing carers and their families to take a short break. Our day centres offer vibrant and personalised dementia-friendly services with day programs including gentle exercise art and craft, and social outings that foster health, wellness and social connections. 

  • Day Centre Respite: You may be eligible for government funding, or you can access and pay for respite care privately via Self-Funded Services without the need for an ACAT assessment.

    Residential Respite Care: The Basic Daily Care Fee is charged each day for respite stays along with the Dove Plus fee for the home, and this must be paid in full on arrival for a minimum 2-week period.  

  • The Australian Government allocates 63 days residential respite each financial year, however the maximum length of stay is up to each provider. At Catholic Healthcare we have a 28 day maximum stay policy. We do consider increases to this timeframe, based on a person’s unique circumstance.

  • The first step is to speak with the Residential Manager at the home. They will either go through myagedcare.gov.au or contact the local Aged Care Assessment Team (if your Assessment has expired). Please Note: You must apply for an extension before 63 days has been exceeded.

    For short term respite for home care services clients simply talk to your care advisor or our health and wellness respite coordinator regarding your booking requirements.

  • Your care and safety are paramount to us, and all employees working in our homes are fully trained to the highest standard. All our aged care homes offer registered nursing care seven days a week, 24 hours a day.