Are you a dedicated carer looking after a loved one but finding it increasingly challenging to take a break? Beresfield Community Care (BCC) understands the significance of your role and is here to provide you with vital support through our Flexible Respite services. This article will discuss the advantages of our respite services, which are available to clients and funded by the Commonwealth Home Support Programme. We will provide a detailed process for accessing these services and explain why selecting BCC for respite care could be the best choice for you and your loved one.

Understanding the Essence of Flexible Respite Services

Flexible Respite services are pivotal in providing short-term care and support for older individuals, allowing their carers to take a much-needed break from their caregiving responsibilities. These services, funded through the Australian Government’s CHSP, are specifically designed to offer flexibility in meeting the needs of both the care recipient and the carer. At BCC, we recognise the indispensable role that carers play in the lives of their loved ones. Our Flexible Respite services are tailored to provide essential support and care to seniors while allowing carers to rest and rejuvenate, knowing their loved ones are in capable hands.

The Benefits of Flexible Respite Services

Holistic Support for Carers

Carers are often the unsung heroes, dedicating themselves to the well-being of their loved ones. Flexible Respite services offer a lifeline to these carers, allowing them to take a break from their demanding roles, ultimately reducing the risk of burnout and fatigue.

By accessing respite care, carers are empowered to engage in self-care activities, attend personal appointments, or have time for themselves, reassured that their loved one is receiving quality care in their absence.

Tailored Care and Support

Our Flexible Respite services are centred on the individual needs and preferences of the care recipient. Whether it’s assistance with daily activities, medication management, or simply companionship, our dedicated staff are committed to ensuring the comfort and well-being of every individual in our care.

Gateway to Additional Support

The respite period not only offers a break for carers but also provides an opportunity to access additional support services, seek counselling, or engage in activities that promote personal well-being.

Navigating the Access to Flexible Respite Services

Accessing Flexible Respite Services is essential to reclaiming balance and well-being for carers and their loved ones. For those who are yet to register with My Aged Care, the initial step involves reaching out to My Aged Care for registration. Once registered, carers can discuss their respite needs with a My Aged Care assessor, who will assess their eligibility for Flexible Respite funded by the Commonwealth Home Support Programme.

Upon establishing eligibility, carers can select BCC as their preferred respite care provider. Our team is dedicated to working closely with carers and care recipients to understand their unique needs and preferences, ensuring a seamless transition into our respite care program.

The BCC Difference: Why Choose Us for Flexible Respite Services?

Professional Care with a Heart:

Our staff are happy, highly trained, professional, and compassionate, ensuring you and your loved one receive the best care with dignity and respect.

Trust and Credibility:

Choose us, a government-approved provider, ensuring the highest standards of quality and safety in-home care services.

Not-for-profit community aged care provider:

All our resources go into service delivery and quality improvement.

Wide-ranging services:

By offering personal care, domestic assistance, home modifications, social support, nursing, and respite care (and more!), we’re ensuring everyone receives the care and support they deserve.

Continued Care:

Being both a Commonwealth Home Support Programme provider and an Approved Home Care Package provider, we offer seamless care, from basic support services to more complex, personalised care, guaranteeing flexible care solutions at every stage of the aging journey.

The Flexible Respite services provided by BCC offer a vital lifeline for carers, allowing them to take a break while ensuring their loved ones receive the care and support they deserve. By choosing BCC, carers gain access to high-quality, personalised respite care that prioritises the well-being of both the care recipient and the carer.

If you are considering Flexible Respite, we encourage you to contact us at BCC to explore how we can support you and your loved one. Your well-being matters to us, and we are here to assist you.

Live your best life,

Team BCC