At NSW HSS we offer In Home Flexible Respite care services funded by the Australian Government's Commonwealth Home Support Program (CHSP). On 1 July 2015 the Government's new Commonwealth Home Support Programme (CHSP) replaced the following programs:
- Home and Community Care (HACC)
- National Respite for Carers Program (NRCP)
- Day Therapy Centre Program (DTC) Commonwealth Home Support Program In Home Flexible Respite
What gives each carer respite, a break from their caring role is as individual as the carer themselves. That is why at NSW HSS we recognise that all people are unique and we will tailor your respite support according to your needs.
Are you a carer of someone over the age of 65?
Did you know that you DO NOT have to be a registered carer with Centrelink to qualify for in home flexible respite support? There are many people who care for someone who may not even recognise that they are a carer or that they are entitled to some support to assist them in their caring role. Caring for someone can be tiring and at times stressful.
What gives each carer respite, a break from their caring role is as individual as the carer themselves. That is why at NSW HSS we recognise that all people are unique and we will tailor your respite support according to your needs. We also consider the needs of the person being cared for so that the respite is worthwhile to both parties and has positive benefits to both the carer, and the person being cared for.
Respite care Assistance Available
One of our qualified, trained and caring staff members can assist you with:
- Housework, lawn mowing and light garden maintenance
- Shopping, attending appointments
- Respite- someone to stay with the person you care for to give you a well-deserved break
- Personal care including showering, medication prompt
You can access our In Home Flexible Respite program by calling My Aged Care on 1800 200 422 and ask for NSW Home Support Services as your preferred provider.
To find out more visit My Aged Care
Here at NSW Home Support Services, we know how important carers are to helping people with Dementia or someone who is frail aged. The new Carer Gateway is a free, Australian Government service, which provides information about the support available to carers.
Caring for yourself as well as your friend or family member is important, so check out Carer Gateway or give them a call on 1800 422 737 (8am – 6pm, Mon-Fri).
