Respite Aged Care in Your Own Home
Trusted support for you, and time for your usual carer to recharge.
Our respite care provides short-term support in your own home while your usual carer takes the time they need to rest, recharge or attend to other commitments.
- Registered Nurse on call 24/7
- Qualified, experienced carers
- Familiar carers you trust
- 24 years’ experience caring for families
Live independently,
on your terms, in your home
Our carers assist with all activities of daily living, while a Registered Nurse is on call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
- Family owned and operated
- Fully insured carers
- No lock-in contracts
Support for you.
Time for them.
Respite care, also known as short-term care, provides important support for both the person receiving care and their usual carer.
We take the time to understand your routines, preferences and existing care arrangements so the transition feels as seamless as possible.
We offer both regular and ad hoc respite care, with a minimum four-hour visit, so your usual carer can take time away with confidence.
How we can help
Personal Care
Assistance with showering, dressing, grooming and everyday personal needs.
Meals & Hydration
Meal preparation and support maintaining regular food and fluid intake.
Medication Support
Prompting and assistance in accordance with your existing care plan.
Mobility
Support with transfers and moving safely around your home.
Companionship
Meaningful conversation and activities while your usual support person is away.
Household Tasks
Help with washing, tidying, light cleaning and other everyday activities.
Maintaining Your Routine
We work around the routines and preferences you are already comfortable with.
Monitoring Your Wellbeing
Our carers are trained to notice changes and communicate concerns appropriately.
Our At Home Aged Care Services
Familiar faces you can trust in your home
You’re looking for more than a carer. You want someone who notices the small changes, understands your routines and knows what matters to you.
We establish a small, familiar team of carers so you feel comfortable, secure and well supported in your own home.
Respite Care That Works Around You
- Every respite arrangement is different.
- You may begin with part-time assistance and later require more frequent or 24/7 support.
- We adjust your care as needs change, while maintaining familiar routines and carers wherever possible.
Our At Home Aged Care Services
Care that starts with you
Tell us what you need
We take the time to understand your situation, routines and the level of support you are looking for.
We tailor your care
We create a personalised care arrangement around your needs, preferences and the way you want to live at home.
Meet your care team
Wherever possible, we establish a small, familiar team of carers so you can get to know and trust the people supporting you.
Talk to our care team
Every situation is different. Tell us a little about the support you’re looking for and our team will be in touch to talk through your options.
Care built around you
No two people are the same, and neither are their care needs.
We tailor our support around you, whether you need part-time care or 24/7 assistance.
We’re here to help you live safely, independently and comfortably in your own home.
There are carers. And then there are people who care.
“From the moment I spoke with Haley I knew I had the right team behind us.”
Real families, real connections
My 87 yo Mother became quite ill and was unable to do the most basic of things in a big house when sent home from hospital. The stress that brought was horrible.
I was referred to Addison Home Care and was so unsure as there were so many businesses out there. From the moment I spoke with Haley I knew I had the right team behind us.
She was qualified, calm, respectful and listened…My mother (not always the easiest person) was charmed by Haley’s team and was happy and relaxed and well looked after for a month. Thank you doesn’t seem enough. I definitely recommend Haley and her team!!
— Katee F.
Frequently Asked Questions
Talk to our care teamWhat is respite care?
Respite care is temporary support that gives a regular carer or family member time away while the person receiving care continues to be supported. At Addison Home Care, respite care is provided in the home and can include personal care, meals, mobility support, medication prompting, companionship and help with everyday tasks.
What is respite in aged care?
Respite aged care provides short-term support for elderly people when their usual carer needs time away. It can be arranged regularly or on an ad hoc basis and helps the person remain safe, comfortable and supported in familiar surroundings.
What is respite care in the home?
Respite care in the home provides temporary or short-term support in your own home while your usual family member or carer takes a break or is unavailable.
Do you offer regular and ad hoc respite care?
Yes. Respite care can be arranged on a regular basis or as ad hoc support, depending on your needs and availability.
What can respite carers help with?
Support can include personal care, meals, medication prompting, mobility, companionship, household tasks and other activities of daily living.
What is the minimum respite care visit?
Our minimum care engagement is four hours per shift.
Can respite care become ongoing care?
Yes. If you need more regular support, we can discuss part-time or 24/7 care depending on your needs.
Call us for a no-obligation conversation about your care needs.
- Registered Nurse on call 24/7
- Qualified, experienced carers
- Familiar carers you trust
- 24 years’ experience caring for families