short term accommodation (STA)

What is STA?

With United for Care, Short Term Accommodation, also known as Respite, is a stepping stone into longer term independent living. It is an ideal solution if you’re waiting for funding or want to try something different and develop new skills. The NDIS will usually approve 28 days of STA funding per year depending on your current living situation.

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The Benefits of Short Term Accommodation

Flexibility

One of the key advantages of short-term accommodation is its flexibility. Travel plans can change unexpectedly, and short-term rentals allow you to adjust your stay duration without committing to lengthy contracts. Whether you're on a weekend getaway or a month-long business trip, you can find a place that suits your needs.

Cost-Effective

Short-term accommodation can often be more cost-effective than staying in a hotel, especially for extended stays. Many short-term rentals offer you amenities such as kitchens and laundry facilities, helping guests save on dining and laundry expenses.

Space and Comfort

Compared to hotel rooms, short-term rentals typically provide you more space and amenities. This extra space can be particularly valuable for your family, friends, or business colleagues who need a comfortable and functional living environment.

Local Experience

Short-term accommodation allows you to immerse yourself in the local culture and community. Staying in a residential neighbourhood or a unique vacation rental can offer a more authentic and memorable experience compared to a standard hotel.

Privacy

Short-term rentals often provide you greater privacy compared to hotels. You can enjoy your own living spaces, kitchens, and private entrances, offering a level of seclusion that's ideal for relaxation or work.

Transforming Lives With Our Vertical Villages

I'm here, I'm safe and I've got a place to call home. I've got an incredible care team around me that understand my needs and it's amazing! Very grateful for United for Care!

Carissa
Participant

This team is the Gold Standard. The staff have a good handle on comorbidity of cognitive impairment, mental health, substance use and challenging behaviours. It’s what makes them so aspirational. I worked with one of their clients in crisis homelessness intermittent with incarceration & hospitalisation. He would disappear and reappear. This man is now present, engaged, has a home, no criminal matters. His quality of life has improved.

Lee Wilson
Justice Advocacy Service

United for Care became a beacon of hope for our family when my sister suffered a stroke that left her non-verbal and with a permanent physical disability. Their dedicated and compassionate team provided quality care and emotional support, bringing hope and normalcy back into our lives. They celebrated her progress and, most importantly, helped her find her voice again. We are forever grateful for their support.

Kim
Family Member

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