Emergency respite care can be arranged through the Carer Gateway. In the Brisbane North region, this is delivered through Wellways, who can be contacted directly on 1800 422 737.
If necessary, an assessment will be conducted as soon as practicable after the respite care stay has commenced.
Flexible respite
This is for people with low support needs and for helping carers relax and recharge while support workers provide day and overnight care at home. An assessment is required for government funded services. You can contact individual providers directly by using the "Respite at Home map".
Disclaimer: This directory is not a complete compilation of all services in the North Brisbane and Moreton Bay region. Brisbane North PHN does not take any responsibility for the services received or delivered by any or all of these organisations.
If you are a service provider in this region and would like to be added to the list please email yourcarenavigator@brisbanenorthphn.org.au or use the contact form.
Overnight respite in a respite cottage
This is for people with low support needs. An assessment is required for government funded services.
Overnight residential respite
You can access respite in a residential home (overnight short-term stays, for up to 63 days per year). An Aged Care Assessment Team (ACAT) assessment and approval is required. Visit the My Aged Care website here, call them on 1800 200 422 or ask your doctor to refer you for an assessment.
Residential care/permanent placement
If you need to move into a residential care home on a permanent basis, and you need Australian Government funding to support that placement, you first need to have an ACAT assessment by your local assessors.
You are expected to contribute to the cost of your aged care if you can afford it. The amount you will pay for aged care will depend on the type of care you're eligible for and the provider you choose.
You can contact individual providers directly by using the respite at aged care map below.
Find more information about respite services on our pages below.
Find information about respite in the home
Find information about centre-based day respite
Other types of respite
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