Short Term Respite in Fawkner

We’ve just opened a beautiful new Short Term Respite (STR) for adults aged 18 to 65.

 

It’s a safe, welcoming space where you can relax, recharge, and get the support you need. It has a bus stop right outside that connects to the North Coburg tram into the city.

 

Activities will be planned for the weekends and where appropriate during the week. We are also about increasing independent living skills and getting people ready to move into appropriate accommodation.

 

Fawkner address will be released once referral form has been approved

STR Services

Daily Tasks / Shared Living (Respite) [0115]
  • Assistance with showering, dressing, toileting, grooming
  • Meal preparation and eating support
  • Mobility and transfer assistance
  • Medication prompts or administration
  • Behaviour support and supervision as required
  • Participation in daily living routines
Social and Community Participation [0125]
  • Accompaniment to social or recreational activities
  • Support to access community venues, events, or programs
  • Assistance with social skills and engagement
  • Transport support if required
Assist–Travel / Transport [0125]
  • Escorting to and from appointments, activities, or day programs
  • Support to use public transport or private vehicles safely
  • Assistance with mobility or transfers during travel
Innovative Community Participation [0116]
  • Participation in non-traditional or creative community-based activities
  • Skill development in leisure, hobbies, or personal interests
  • Tailored supports to increase independence and engagement

Ratio requirements

Please note that if a participant requires more than the ticked ratio a phone call will be made to request a change to the original quote and must be signed off before the stay can continue.

1:1 – Requires Full Assistance with Daily Tasks
    • Showering
    • Toileting
    • Dressing and undressing
    • Mobility assistance in the community
    • Behaviours that require full monitoring (eyes on, constant need for staff attention)
    • Requires full assistance and constant supervision in the community.
    • 1:1 Staff member present throughout a 24hr period

    Does not include Active Overnight. If you require Active Overnights, please call to discuss prior.

1:2 – Requires Some Assistance with Daily Tasks
  • Minimal showering assistance (assistance to get in and out of bath or shower)
  • Minimal personal care and dressing (assistance with, shoes, socks, hair brushing)
  • May require prompting to pick appropriate clothes and get ready for the day.
  • Supervision or occasional help eating or using cutlery.
  • May need staff to help with daily living choices.
  • Requires closer supervision in the community and on outings.
  • Can effectively join with a group on agreed upon outings for a period of up to 8 hours
1:3 – Independent or Requires Prompting with Daily Tasks
  • A person who is independent in all areas of personal care including toileting, showering and brushing teeth
  • Can eat independently, make drinks for themselves and has good communication/social skills.
  • Understands road rules, social settings and can effectively join with a group on agreed upon outings for a period of up to 8 hours
  • Able to spend periods of time alone while staff attend to other duties
Application for Short Term Respite

We have revised our application process to be more streamlined to eliminate unnecessary wait times for participant intake. This application form will take approximately 10 to 20 minutes to complete. If you require support in completing this form, please contact our Intake Team on 03 8407 0940.

Application for Short Term Respite

We have revised our application process to be more streamlined to eliminate unnecessary wait times for participant intake. This application form will take approximately 10 to 20 minutes to complete. If you require support in completing this form, please contact our Intake Team on 0405 844 761 or 03 8407 0940.

Application for Short Term Respite

We have revised our application process to be more streamlined to eliminate unnecessary wait times for participant intake. This application form will take approximately 10 to 20 minutes to complete. If you require support in completing this form, please contact our Intake Team on 0405 844 761 or 03 8407 0940.

Application for Short Term Respite

We have revised our application process to be more streamlined to eliminate unnecessary wait times for participant intake. This application form will take approximately 10 to 20 minutes to complete. If you require support in completing this form, please contact our Intake Team on 0405 844 761 or 03 8407 0940.

Application for Short Term Respite

We have revised our application process to be more streamlined to eliminate unnecessary wait times for participant intake. This application form will take approximately 10 to 20 minutes to complete. If you require support in completing this form, please contact our Intake Team on 0405 844 761 or 03 8407 0940.

  • Contact Info
  • Guardian Info
  • NDIS Info
  • About You
  • Preferences
Referrer Details
Does the participant give you consent to complete this form that includes their personal information?
How did you hear about Including You?
Participant Details
Which of the following most accurately describe(s) you?
Preferred methods of contact
Do you have a Guardian or Advocate?
Emergency Contact
Parent/Guardian 1 (If applicable)
Additional relationship options
Parent/Guardian 2 (If applicable)
Additional Relationship Options
NDIS Plan Information
Do you have a Companion Card?
Funding Allocation
Please details funding periods if known below:
Direct Support Invoicing Arrangement
Service Providers Currently In Use
Is the participant or a member of their family involved in Child Protection?
Are any family services involved with the participant or their family?
About You
Background Information
Is an interpreter required?
Do you identify as Aboriginal?
Do you identify as Torres Strait Islander?
If yes, would you like Including You to provide you with a list of ACCOs that provide similar services so you may choose to access these if appropriate?
Do you identify as part of the LGBTQIA+ community?
Do you have a documented profile?
Behaviours of Concern
Are there Behaviours of Concern present?
If yes, please list relevant behaviours (This helps ensure that we are appropriately supporting the participant)
Do you have a Behavioural Support Plan (BSP)?
Please provide a copy of your current Behavioural Support Plan (BSP)

Max. size: 6.0 MB

Personal Care
Are there any Personal Care requirements you need support with? E.g., toileting, bowel management, dressing, showering
Are mobility supports required?
Do you have difficulty swallowing? e.g., Dysphagia
Do you have a Care Plan?
If yes, please attach Care Plan

Max. size: 6.0 MB

Physical Assistance
Do you have any communication aids? e.g., National Relay Service, pictures, symbols, hearing aid
Do you require any support during mealtimes? E.g., preparation with meals, support with eating, peg feeding, drinking
Medical Information
Do you have any medical conditions such as epilepsy or asthma?
If yes, please attach Epilepsy plan

Max. size: 6.0 MB

Do you have any medical equipment that will be used during your stay at Short Term Respite?
Are you taking any medication that comes under Chemical Restraint/Restrictive Practice?
During your stay, will you require any medications?
If yes, how will this medication be administered? Please note: If there are medications being used during the stay the medication form is required to be completed by your
Please attach Medication plan

Max. size: 6.0 MB

Do you have a specific Health Care Plan to assist us to manage this?
Shift Preferences
Support Worker Preferences
What days are you interested in receiving support? (Please note: Support shifts are provided for minimum of 3 hours)
What is your preferred frequency for support?
Activities
Activities/ tasks you would like assistance with for your support worker
Is there any other information you would like Including You to know about you?
Do you require further services from Including You?
I declare that I have read the service descriptions provided and to the best of my knowledge, the information provided in this application is true, correct, and accurate.
Non-Discrimination Policy

Including You believes in an inclusive service. This means we are committed to being an  inclusive and respectful service that welcomes all. Sex, gender ,identity, sexual orientation, age and religion.

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