Short Term Accommodation (STA) is offered to adults with disabilities and high support needs through Carpentaria’s Home Away From Home program, providing short periods of time in a home setting with peers and skilled Independent Living Coaches (Support Workers).
Short Term Accommodation (sometimes referred to as Respite) services are tailored to meet individual participant and family needs and caters to families from both urban and remote locations. Our STA services are available in Darwin and Alice Springs. Participants take part in activities they enjoy and could include swimming, horse riding, BBQs, picnics, music, painting, and cultural activities.
The Home Away From Home program provides:
- Regular opportunities for families to take time out from day to day care responsibilities
- A safe and nurturing home environment for people with disabilities
- Opportunities for individual skill development, social engagement and group activities
- Support for families to develop community networks, support systems, skills and routines
- Person-centred and family-centred support
- Highly trained staff who are culturally aware, and focused on delivering Person Centred Active Support
Carpentaria offers a responsive and flexible service, which is designed to meet the needs of you and your family. One off or sporadic requests for support are accommodated whenever possible.