Funding and payments
Call us on 1800 448 448 and we’ll talk you through all respite care costs, fees and funding options. You do not have to complete a means assessment to access respite care. Costs vary according to the type of care needed and the specific program or service being used. On this page you'll find information about the following funding options:
- Commonwealth Home Support Program (CHSP)
- Support at home
- Purchase respite care services directly
Funding and payments
The CHSP can assist with short-term planned respite care services for eligible older Australians. This allows carers to take a break from their usual caring responsibilities. CHSP can fund:
- In-home day and overnight respite (flexible respite)
- Cottage overnight respite
- Centre-based respite, including residential respite
How much does it cost?
Cost is based on your support needs. If you are eligible, you’re expected to pay a small co-contribution to the cost of your care. Call us on 1800 448 448 and we’ll talk you through all respite care costs, fees and funding options.
How long will it take to access respite care?
First you will need to be assessed. After that it will depend on the availability of services in your area. Check if you meet the requirements for an assessment or if you are ready, apply for an assessment now.
Support at home is designed to assist if you have more complex care needs that go beyond what the Commonwealth Home Support Programme can provide. While the primary focus of Support at home is on helping individuals with their daily living needs, they can also be used to access respite care services.
Respite care can be supplied as home care service if the need for respite care is identified in the client’s care plan and the supply of respite services can be achieved within the Support at home budget.
With WMQ as your home care provider, you can expect:
- A dedicated care leader who will coordinate all your care needs
- An individual care plan tailored to your needs
- Regular review of your plan to ensure it continues to meet your needs
- Support and guidance to make the most of your Support at home funding
How much does it cost?
With Home Support at home there are no out-of-pocket costs for clinical care services. Other services require a contribution based on your income and assets.
WMQ has no hidden fees. We will support you to get the best value from your home care budget.
You may choose to purchase respite care services directly from Wesley Mission Queensland if you:
- Prefer to pay directly
- Are either not eligible or, waiting to access funding, or have exceeded your government funding and need more services
Call today and ask about our Fee for Service options.
Apply for funding
Find out if you’re eligible for government-funded services using My Aged Care online assessment tool or call them on 1800 200 422. If you are not eligible, you can fund respite care privately.
Talk to our team
Call us on 1800 448 448. We will talk you through costs, fees and funding options for your specific circumstances. Availability is based on location and your specific needs, so call us today.
Centre-based Respite Care Locations
in Brisbane and Gold Coast
Respite care that works for you
“WMQ have a long history of supporting people. We take responsibility for the services we organise and provide, and we make sure our front-line workers are passionate about the important work they do.”
Jeljo
Care Leader, In Home Care