HACC Respite Program

This service is a part of KinCare's Home and Community Care Program.

	Who can refer?
	Anybody can refer to this service.
	What services are offered?
	Respite care enables carers of the frail aged and people with a disability to take a meaningful break. Trained KinCare staff provide substitute care while the carer takes a break. Carers can take a break from a few hours on a regular basis to get out for personal time, shopping, community or social activities. Longer overnight breaks or breaks of several days can be arranged on a less frequent basis for social outingsor holidays.
	How does the program work?
	Home and Community Care services are available to the frail aged, people with a disability and their carers. If the program is full, clients are waitlisted until a place becomes available. If places are available, a KinCare Program Manager will conduct an assessment. Program Managers will work with eligible clients to plan services that meet their needs.
	Special needs
	KinCare’s services are planned around the needs of each individual client. KinCare can provide services that meet special language, cultural, religious, dietary and other needs. In NSW this service is targeted to the needs of carers with dementia.
	What about client safety?
	All KinCare staff have received specialised training to provide in-home care. Staff wear a uniform and photograph identification.All staff employed by KinCare must undergo police and working with children checks. How much does it cost? A contribution of $5 per hour is required for this service. Special consideration is available for clients who are assessed as financially disadvantaged.
	How much does it cost?
	A contribution is required towards the cost of providing this service. Fees are subject to a fee cap. Special Consideration is available for clients who are assessed as financially disadvantaged.
	What areas are covered?
	NSW – Eastern Suburbs and South East Sydney. ACT
	If you require an interpreter:
	If you require an interpreter state your name, telephone number and language. You will be placed on hold while an interpreter is contacted. If an interpreter cannot be contacted we will call you back.