Apply to your preferred residential respite provider
The next step is to apply to your preferred residential respite provider.
The application process is different for each provider, but it usually involves an application form and a copy of your assessment.
If you have found more than one aged care home providing residential respite which you like, it’s best to apply to them all. That way you have the best chance of securing a spot for when you need it. If you don’t get your first choice, you may get your second or third.
How do I apply?
It’s a good idea to talk directly to the places you are interested in. They will take you through their process. Every place will need the same general personal information. You can gather much of this information beforehand.
Residential respite providers will need to know some personal information. This can include next of kin, health insurance, preferred language, and previous aged care experience. You may want to also include your carer or representative’s details, and any power of attorney details (if applicable).
All residential respite providers must keep your information private under state and Commonwealth legislation. You can expect that the information you provide in the forms will be treated sensitively by the aged care home providing your residential respite.
Accept an offer
Once an offer comes in from an aged care home, you can choose whether or not to accept it.
If you are receiving other aged care supports like a Home Care Package, don’t forget to let your Home Care provider know the dates you are going to have residential respite care.
Read more about what to do when you are ready to accept an offer on our Agreeing to services page.