When a person with a disability needs to stay somewhere else because their usual supports aren’t available, Short-Term Respite or Medium-Term Accommodation (MTA) can help provide the support they need.
Short-Term Respite care is usually planned; however, emergency temporary care can be provided in certain circumstances.
The use of Short-Term Respite has several key benefits for participants, such as meeting new people, experiencing a new routine, learning new skills, increasing confidence, and building independence.
MADEC will support you and your carer for periods of time when such short-term or respite accommodation is needed.
Confirm eligibility
Discuss your needs
Access your supports
Get in touch with the team
Set personalised goals
Start achieving your goals
MADEC is a leading provider of Short-Term Respite in the Mackay region. We have a variety of accommodations, depending on your situation. From single occupancy spaces to shared homes, MADEC has dwellings accessible for Short-Term Respite (STR), Medium-Term Accommodation (MTA), and Supported Independent Living (SIL) needs. Accommodation can be available for a few hours, a few days, or as long as 90 days.
Respite care is often planned; however, it is also available in emergencies or unexpected situations.
The MADEC team is experienced, capable, empathetic, and always using a person-centered approach, meaning they will put the participants’ needs first and foremost in every decision made.
Whatever your goals for your stay, whether it be connection, community, independence, or skill development, the MADEC team will work with you to achieve them. The MADEC team will also help you with the NDIS process of applying for short-term accommodation or respite care funding.
Reach out to our skilled and friendly team to discuss all kinds of NDIS Mackay accommodation needs, we are happy to help
As a leading provider of disability supports, we are chosen to provide support because we bring high quality service and care, ensuring you reach your goals in a comfortable and caring environment.
By upholding and championing young people and persons with a disability in our community, we are supporting their capacity and empowerment in leading rewarding lives.
With unequalled Community spirit, MADEC has fifty years of experience supplying meaningful supports to Mackay and the Whitsundays. Community is a cornerstone of our organisation.
Our values are Person-Centred, Trust, Empowerment, Community, and Excellence. Our shared values, vision, and mission bind us in creating a whole organisation.
Our high-performing team embraces change and challenges the status quo. By sharing knowledge and valuing differences; we shine as individuals and excel as a team.
The NDIS offers funding for Short-Term Respite (STR). This can include accommodation that has other people sharing the space, or by yourself.
You might choose to use Short-Term Respite when your usual carers aren’t available, or maybe you’d just like to try something new, or would like to make new friends.
Yes, you can. Additional funding can also be used. Talk to your Support Coordinator about your options.
It includes personal care, accommodation, food, and activities that you agree to
The NDIS may provide funding for medium term accommodation, depending on your support needs. MADEC also offers Supported Independent Living accommodation. Please talk to your Support Coordinator about your options.
No, Short-Term Respite is not for holidays. The NDIS only funds Short-Term Respite when it relates to your disability.