Respite that feels like a real break, for everyone

Respite is not just time off. It is a chance to breathe, reset, and feel steadier again. We offer 1:1 support only that’s shaped around the person, their routines, and what helps them feel safe and understood. Whether respite happens at home or out in the community, we plan it with care and keep it flexible.

What respite can look like

One-on-one respite can be calm and familiar, active and social, or a mix of both. Some people want continuity at home. Others want support to get out, do something meaningful, or reconnect with community. Respite can be a full day, or a planned short break, depending on what’s needed. What matters most is that it feels respectful, predictable where it helps, and flexible where it’s needed.


If you’re not sure where to start, tell us what’s been hardest lately.

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1:1 Support

Support that stays steady, responsive, and paced around the person.

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Planned with you

We learn what helps, what doesn’t, and what a “good day” looks like.

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Flexible by design

Quiet time counts. So does community time. We follow the person’s lead.

How respite is planned

Good respite starts before the first shift

01

We listen first

We learn what matters, what helps, and what gets in the way. That includes routines, communication, sensory needs, health and safety considerations, and what a “good day” looks like.

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We plan with you, not for you

Together we create a simple, practical plan that supports comfort, choice, and continuity. It might include preferred routines, meal support, transport preferences, and strategies that help someone regulate when things feel too much.

03

We check in and adjust

Respite should reduce stress, not add to it. We reflect on what worked, what didn’t, and what needs changing. The plan can grow slowly, at a pace that feels safe.

Example itinerary module

A three-day respite itinerary (1:1 support)

Every itinerary is personalised. This example shows the kind of structure and care we aim for, with flexibility built in. It is designed to support comfort, regulation, and meaningful time, while keeping transitions clear and pressure low.

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Ready to talk about respite support?

Registration Number

405 014 6042

ACN

660 703 122

ABN

40 660 703 122

Contact Details

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(02) 4713 1801

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Text Us

0482 077 797

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info@chosen.family

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