RESPITE / S.T.A Options
What is Respite or S.T.A?
The NDIS funds Respite or Short Term Accommodation (STA) for eligible participants to be away from home for a short period of time for their primary carers to have a break.
Respite is only written into eligible participants NDIS plans & must NOT be used for holidays.
Our primary objectives are capacity building towards your NDIS goals. We also specialise in amazing activities on respite -
4WDing, fishing, outdoor activities, goal focused capacity building & mentorship for young men.
Picture: What we do best! 4WDing & Fishing all in one!
Location & Accommodation?
We have over 30 properties all over WA to suit participants in all areas and all access levels!
Please get in contact to discuss what housing options we have for your respite with us.
Our properties have disability access features including step free access, ramps, handrails & seats in showers & bathrooms.
STA funding is NOT to be used for holiday accommodations.
Picture: Our wheelchair accessible property in Margaret River
Land Based Fishing
Whether you're a beginner or an expert - we can take you out fishing, teach you how to fish & even do all the rigging & baiting for you. We can almost guarantee you'll catch a fish with us every time we go out!
We are the experts for land based, river & beach fishing experiences & know all the secret spots!
This can align with your NDIS plan goals of increasing social & community engagement or trying new activities.
Picture: On respite with a client catching a record breaking Australian Salmon!
4WDing
As people who love our 4WDing we have multiple kitted out 4WDs! We include these into our respite trips! We always keep SAFETY in mind when 4WDing.
Not everyone is into 4WDing! You can also take a respite trip in our wheelchair accessible van!
This can align with your NDIS plan goals of increasing social & community engagement or trying new activities.
Picture: Our client loving our 4WDing experience!
Deep Sea Fishing
We can take you deep sea fishing on our deep sea fishing vessel & you can keep the fish you catch! Your support worker can assist you with all the rigging & baiting if you're unable to & we can also teach you all about the correct ways to catch fish!
Please note: This option is only available if you can safely access the fishing vessel & is only available in some destinations.
This can align with your NDIS plan goals of increasing social & community engagement or trying new activities.
Picture: Deep sea fishing catch with a valued client!
Cray Fishing
We provide cray fishing experiences going out to sea on our boat to retrieve cray fishing pots & you can keep the crayfish to cook up for some amazing fresh seafood!
Please note: This option is only available if you can safely access the fishing vessel & is only available in some destinations. Please advise us of any allergies prior to booking.
This can align with your NDIS plan goals of increasing social & community engagement or trying new activities.
Picture: Some big crays with a valued client!
Capacity Building
All our respites are focused on capacity building towards participants NDIS goals & we can provide mentorship, skill development, general life skills, health & fitness routines, DIY projects – hands on, general car servicing & maintenance, general house & garden maintenance skills, cooking lessons – these options can be mixed in with our other respite options!
We have a Boys 2 Men program that focuses on disadvantaged young men & we provide mentorship & a male role model in their lives to fill the gaps & provide some firm & fair leadership.
Picture: Successfully finishing a DIY project with a client in our little mens shed!
Transport Options
If you are wheelchair bound or not interested or able to part-take in the 4WDing or fishing, rest assured your disability is no barrier to us providing you with the best itineraries possible.
We will transport you in our wheelchair accessible van & provide you a 24/7 support worker to ensure you have the best respite!
Picture: Loading up one of our clients wheelchairs in our van to go on respite!
Click below to check out all our property options!
Wheelchair Accessible - Margaret River 3Bed - 2Bath
Wheelchair Accessible - Mandurah 4Bed - 2Bath
Wheelchair Accessible - Margaret River 3Bed - 2Bath
An awesome property with beach front views in Margaret River 3 hours south of Perth. Full disability access for wheelchairs, showers & bathrooms.
Wheelchair Accessible - Margaret River 2Bed - 1Bath
Wheelchair Accessible - Mandurah 4Bed - 2Bath
Wheelchair Accessible - Margaret River 3Bed - 2Bath
This lake front chalet provide the perfect getaway to immerse yourself in nature & some peace & quiet. Wheelchair friendly, ramps, showers & bathrooms.
Wheelchair Accessible - Mandurah 4Bed - 2Bath
Wheelchair Accessible - Mandurah 4Bed - 2Bath
Wheelchair Accessible - Mandurah 4Bed - 2Bath
This amazing property has a private beach & private jetty. Full wheelchair accessibility features including rails & seats in showers & bathrooms.