A genuine break for Hobart carers and warm, attentive care for your loved one planned stays, overnight support or help in an emergency, whenever you need it.
Caring for someone you love is one of the most meaningful things you can do and one of the most demanding. Short-term respite care gives Hobart carers the chance to rest, recharge and look after their own wellbeing, knowing the person they care for is in safe, capable and genuinely caring hands. It’s not a sign that you need a break from them; it’s how you keep showing up for them, sustainably, over the long run.
Our respite is built around comfort and continuity. We take the time to learn the person’s routine, preferences, and needs before any stay, so the care feels familiar rather than disruptive. Whether you need a few hours to yourself, a weekend away, or cover in an unexpected emergency, our Hobart team is here to step in with warmth and competence.
Every family’s circumstances are different, and so is every respite arrangement we put together here in Hobart. Some carers want the same familiar worker each time so there’s real continuity for their loved one; others are happy with a small, consistent team. We’ll talk through what would help most: the timing, the setting, the activities and the level of care, and shape it to suit, with the flexibility to adjust as your needs and plans change. Whether you’re arranging a regular monthly break or occasional cover when life gets busy, we make it straightforward, so booking respite feels like a relief rather than another thing to organise.
A few hours or a few days of support, arranged in advance around your plans.
Flexible cover when you need it, including restful overnight and weekend stays.
Life is unpredictable we can often step in at short notice when something comes up.
Favourite hobbies, gentle outings, a chat over tea and the activities they enjoy.
Bathing, dressing, meals and medication, all taken care of with dignity.
Respite in the comfort of home or in another setting, whatever suits best.
Respite supports two people at once: the participant, who enjoys quality care and a change of pace, and the carer, who finally gets time to breathe. It’s ideal for family carers across Hobart who need to attend to their own health, work or commitments, take a holiday, or simply rest before burnout sets in. It also gives participants a chance to build new relationships, try new activities and enjoy a little independence away from their usual routine.
We arrange respite for families throughout Hobart from the northern suburbs of Glenorchy, Moonah, Berriedale and Claremont to the Eastern Shore communities of Clarence, Bellerive, Howrah and Lindisfarne, and south through Kingston and the Kingborough area. We can also reach families in the Derwent Valley and surrounding southern Tasmania. Being local means we understand the community, the getting-around, and the everyday realities of caring in Hobart, so respite fits smoothly into your life.
Whether respite happens in the comfort of home or in another setting, our aim is the same: a genuine break for you and a positive, engaging experience for your loved one.
Questions about funding, availability, or where to start in Hobart? We’re glad to help, no jargon, no pressure.
We welcome people of all ages, cultures, genders, sexualities, faiths and abilities, and we acknowledge the palawa / pakana people as the traditional owners of the land on which we work. Families from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, LGBTIQA+ participants and carers, and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples can expect respectful, person-first support that honours what matters to them, including cultural preferences around food, routine and communication.
Handing over the care of someone you love takes trust, and we don’t take that lightly. Our respite workers are experienced, thoroughly screened, and chosen for their genuine kindness. Before a stay, we talk through everything that matters: health needs, routines, communication and the little things that bring comfort, so nothing is left to chance and the person feels at ease from the very first moment. We keep you informed throughout, and treat the person exactly as we’d want our own family treated.
Assistance with social and community participation is commonly funded under Core Supports in an NDIS plan, while skill-building activities may fall under Capacity Building. If you’d like help making the most of this funding, our support coordination team in Hobart can help you put it to good use.
Connection, activity and a sense of belonging are good for all of us. If you’d like support to get out and make the most of Hobart, we’d love to help you do exactly that.
Whether you're new to the NDIS or looking for a Hobart provider who genuinely listens, we'd love to hear from you. No pressure just a friendly chat about what you need.
0450 341 737 Mon–Fri, and flexible by arrangement
