Helping you and your loved ones take a well earned rest.
Respite Support is a service that gives your carers or family members the chance to take a break to rest and recharge. Our care team provides temporary care for you, so they can take a planned break to relax, attend appointments, or do something they enjoy.
We work with you and your carer to design a Care Plan for you. This includes spending time with you at home or going on outings in the community, while your carer or family has a break.
Depending upon where you live, Silverchain can provide a range of Respite Support, such as:
In home respite
We can spend one on one time with you during the day. This can include doing the things you love, such as going to the football, your place of worship, shopping, or to a café.
Social Centre day respite
We provide a range of indoor and outdoor activities for older people at our Social Centres in Western Australia, which is an excellent opportunity to socialise and make new friends.
Social Support Group outings
We organise outings and transport so you can visit different places in the community together with others, like art and craft sessions, BBQs and light exercise classes.
Flexible Respite Support
We also offer flexible Respite Support to match your schedule, and meet your short and long term needs. If your carer has other commitments, is unwell, or has an emergency, our team can help. We can also provide extra support if there’s been an unexpected event.
Longer term Respite Support can be planned ahead of time throughout the year. This means your carer can spend more time on themselves or go on a holiday. We can provide Respite Support on weekdays, evenings, or as an overnight stay.
We also make sure you can connect with support networks in your area if you need it.
The amount of Respite Support you can access
The amount of Respite Support you can receive depends on your needs. This is determined by your assessment from My Aged Care. Alternatively, you can choose to self fund as much respite care that you would like. 
Our services can be funded through the Commonwealth Home Support Program, the Support at Home program, or privately funded, whatever suits your situation.
We provide Respite Support in Western Australia, South Australia, Victoria, New South Wales, Queensland, Tasmania, and the Australian Capital Territory. To find the closest service region near you, please see our Availability details below, or to get started, call our Contact Centre on 1300 650 803 or complete our enquiry form today.
Call usDownloadable resources
This information sheet explains how you can start receiving Respite Support when your family need it.
Extended Respite Service information sheet (PDF, 130KB)
Funding for in home aged care
Aged care can be funded by the Australian Government, or you can pay privately for services you may need.
Support at Home program
A program for older Australians with low to high needs to access services to stay healthy and connected at home.
Learn more about your Support at Home contribution and the fees that may apply.
Entry level funding for basic aged care services to maintain your health.
Fees and charges
See our Price Lists for services for the Support at Home program, the Commonwealth Home Support Program, private care and other services we provide.
In home aged care services
From a little help with everyday living and staying independent, to complex health care to meet your needs.
In home health care services
We have many health care programs that you may be eligible for, whether you’re recovering from illness, injury, surgery, or have a chronic condition.
Refer to us
Health professionals can refer patients for government funded aged care services by using the My Aged Care online referral tool, or by calling 1800 200 422. You can also make an e-referral from your practice management system.
For private services, patients can contact us directly. However, you can contact us on a patient’s behalf by calling 1300 300 122.
Refer to us
Health professionals can refer patients for government funded aged care services by using the My Aged Care online referral tool, or by calling 1800 200 422. You can also make an e-referral from your practice management system.
For private services, patients do not require a referral or assessment and can contact us directly. However, you can contact us on a patient’s behalf by calling 1300 300 122.
Call our expert care team on 1300 650 803 or fill out the form below