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Your country
๐ฆ๐บAustralia
๐ฌ๐งUK
๐บ๐ธUSA
๐จ๐ฆCanada
๐ณ๐ฟNew Zealand
๐ฎ๐ชIreland
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Type of respite care
In-home respite
A carer comes to your home so you can have a break
Day respite centre
Your person attends a centre during the day
Overnight / short stay
Your person stays at a facility for a few nights
Residential respite
Temporary stay in a residential aged care facility
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How much care?
E.g. 2 hours each morning, 4 hours on weekends
Most carers need some break year-round
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Quick eligibility check
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Your estimated costs
This is an estimate only. Rates, subsidies and eligibility rules change. Figures are based on publicly available data as of early 2025. Always verify current rates and your own eligibility directly with the relevant government agency or provider before making any decisions.
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