Respite care providers in Australia

Being a primary caregiver is a demanding role. When you’re approaching burnout or facing an unexpected situation, you need immediate, reliable, and compassionate support. You need someone you can trust to step in now.

A network of respite and support providers is listed on Carevo, so you can find cover that fits your situation and your funding.

In-Home Respite Care services in Australia are designed for this very moment. Quality providers through Carevo offer a lifeline for caregivers who need a break, so you can rest, recover, and recharge, knowing your loved one is in safe, professional hands.

The Promise: Fast, Reliable, Expert Care

When you’re in crisis, you need confidence in your choice. Here is the commitment from providers through Carevo:

1. A Fast, Compassionate Response

Providers understand the urgency. When you call, you’ll speak with a caring professional who will listen, understand your situation, and act quickly. Respite care providers through Carevo specialise in rapid response to get a qualified support worker to your home when you need them most.

2. A Team of Experienced Professionals

The person who comes to your home matters. Support workers you connect with through Carevo are experienced professionals skilled in a wide range of care needs, from dementia to mobility support, and they provide respectful care that follows your established routines. Ask each provider about their screening, insurance, and experience.

3. Absolute Reliability

You need to know that help is truly on the way. Quality providers’ robust scheduling and dedicated local Australia teams ensure that when a promise is made, it’s kept. They provide the dependable support you need to confidently take a break.


How to Get Respite Care in Australia

The process is as simple as possible to get you help fast.

• Step 1: Get in touch. The fastest way to get help is to tell Carevo what you need.
• Step 2: They’ll Listen. A few simple questions about your needs and your loved one’s situation.
• Step 3: Help is on the Way. You’ll be matched with a suitable support worker who can come to your home at a time that works for you, often on the same day.

Frequently Asked Questions

How quickly can respite care be arranged? The goal is to provide help as quickly as possible. In many cases, providers can arrange for a support worker to be at your home on the same day you call, especially in urgent situations.

What if my loved one has complex needs? Support workers in the Carevo network are experienced in a wide range of care scenarios, including dementia care, mobility assistance, and personal care. During the initial call, your provider will discuss your loved one’s specific needs to ensure the right carer is matched to their skills and experience.

Is respite care covered by NDIS or aged-care funding? It can be, but eligibility rules and caps apply. Under the NDIS, respite is funded as Short Term Respite (formerly Short Term Accommodation) from your Core Supports budget. Short Term Respite is not available to everyone with a plan: to be eligible you generally need to live with your primary informal supports, or get daily drop-in support from them, and receive disability-related support from those informal supports for more than 6 hours a day. It is not funded if you do not live with informal supports, already receive more than 18 hours of paid support a day, or use Supported Independent Living (SIL) or Individualised Living Options (ILO). Eligible participants typically get up to 28 days per year, with a maximum of 14 days at a time.

For aged care, in-home respite is funded under the Support at Home program or the Commonwealth Home Support Programme (CHSP), as the Home Care Packages program was replaced by Support at Home on 1 November 2025. Residential respite is capped at 63 subsidised days per financial year, extendable 21 days at a time with assessor approval. Connect with qualified professionals who can help you understand and navigate your funding options and eligibility during your consultation.

When Respite Care Helps in Australia

Respite looks different for every household. Carevo connects you with providers in Australia who can step in for situations like these:

• In-home respite so your loved one stays in familiar surroundings while you take time for yourself.
• Overnight and weekend respite for longer breaks, including support through the night.
• Emergency respite when something unexpected happens and you need cover quickly.
• Planned breaks for family carers, booked in advance around holidays, appointments, or work.
• Carer burnout and exhaustion, giving you space to rest and recharge before you reach breaking point.
• Support for parents of children with disability, with workers experienced in caring for kids.
• Dementia carers who need a trusted person to follow established routines while they step away.
• Recovery after the main carer’s own illness or surgery, covering care while you heal.

You Don’t Have to Do This Alone. Take a Break, You’ve Earned It.

Find the right respite care provider through Carevo for the immediate, professional support you need to rest and recover.