Supporting Your Journey to Independence
with Care and Respect

At Respite Family Support, we are dedicated to building strong, trusting relationships with every family we serve. With over five years of experience, we specialize in delivering compassionate, high-quality care for people with disabilities, empowering them to live more independent and fulfilling lives. Our personalized disability support services and Supported Independent Living (SIL) solutions are tailored to meet the unique needs of each individual and family, ensuring reliable, consistent care that truly makes a difference. Trust us to provide the best in disability support, respite care, and community inclusion services in Melbourne.

Our Approach

We believe that trust comes from consistent, reliable care and open communication. We’re here whenever you need us, offering dependable in-home disability support, community access services, and personalized care plans. Our dedicated disability support workers collaborate closely with families and individuals to fully understand their unique goals, needs, and preferences, ensuring you feel empowered every step of the way.

What we Offer

We specialize in respite care and SIL accommodation and services for individuals with autism and other disabilities. Our focus is on promoting independence, skill development, and personal growth through tailored, compassionate care. With an experienced, empathetic team, we take the time to listen and build meaningful relationships with every individual we support. Whether you need Supported Independent Living accommodations, community assistance, or tailored positive behaviour support plans, we are dedicated to improving quality of life and empowering those with disabilities to thrive.

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Our Main Services

Supported Independent Living (SIL) & Accommodation

We offer supported accommodation in shared or exclusive settings tailored to your needs. Our goal is to foster choice and control while providing essential support for daily living activities. Our programs encourage the development of new skills, promote social engagement, and ensure you feel supported in every aspect of life.

Community Support Services & Transport

Our disability support worker services help you access the community for daily living tasks, appointments, or exciting new experiences. We provide reliable transport, planning, and preparation to align with your interests and goals, helping you stay connected and engaged in activities that matter most to you.

Short-term Accommodation & Respite Care

For short or medium-term relief, our respite care offers a safe and caring environment where you can take a break, rest, and recharge. We ensure personalized care and experiences tailored to your needs, so you or your loved ones can feel supported and secure.

Implementing Positive Behaviour Support Plans

We are registered with the Victorian Practitioners Office and work with Behavior Support Specialists to implement effective positive behavioral support plans. Our positive, personalized strategies aim to reduce restrictive practices, foster self-regulation, and create meaningful change for individuals with complex needs.

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Supported Independent Living (SIL) & Accommodation

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Disability and Community Support Services

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Our Values

1. Honesty: We lead with honesty, fostering trust, communication, collaboration, safety, and personal growth.


2. Integrity: Integrity drives the ethical care we provide, ensuring responsibility, accountability, and meaningful relationships.


3. Inclusive: Our inclusive approach promotes equal opportunities, independence, diversity, and community integration. 

4. Respect: We respect and value every person, promoting dignity, autonomy, empowerment, and equality through human rights.


5. Quality: We deliver personalized, high-quality care with a focus on maintaining attention to each individual’s unique needs.

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key values such as Honesty, Integrity, Inclusiveness, Respect, and Quality to provide exceptional care and support.

Our Vision

To be a trusted leader in disability support services, by delivering exceptional care that enriches lives, strengthens families, and creates meaningful opportunities for individuals to thrive.

About Us

We are a family passionate about delivering high-quality disability support services. Operating in the South East suburbs of Melbourne, we focus on enhancing your lifestyle, health, and well-being. 

Our mission is to empower individuals by providing quality care and engaging opportunities of your choice in a supportive, inclusive environment to enhance quality of life.

We are committed to supporting individuals with disabilities
to reach their full potential, enabling them to lead fulfilling and independent lives.

Let’s work together!

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Two dedicated disability support workers sharing a moment of connection and warmth, reflecting their passion for supporting individuals with diverse needs.

Why choose Respite Family Support?

At Respite Family Support, we’re not just another service provider – we’re your partner on this journey. We achieve this with:

  • Reliable and Consistent Care: You can trust us to deliver dependable support tailored to your schedule and needs.
  • Clear and Open Communication: We prioritize transparent, open dialogue with families and participants to ensure a seamless and stress-free experience.
  • Empathy and Personalized Understanding: We listen to your unique needs and preferences, tailoring every service to provide the best care possible.
  • Building Lasting Relationships: Our goal is to build meaningful connections with every individual and family we serve, creating a sense of trust, respect, and community.
  • We are Empowering Independence Through Supported Independent Living (SIL) and accommodation.
    To Learn more about how your eligibility to access supports for SIL visit the NDIS website for more information here.
  • Tailored Disability Support Services that make a difference.
  • Respite Care Services for short-term relief and rejuvenation.
  • Community Support and engagement: Staying connected and thriving.
  • Implementing Positive Behavioral Support Plans for better outcomes

If you’re looking for a trusted, compassionate provider who values care, connection, and independence, we’d love to hear from you.

Contact us today to learn how we can support your family with exceptional disability support and Supported accommodation services.

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Acknowledgement of First Peoples

We proudly acknowledge the Traditional Owners, Casey’s Aboriginal communities and their rich culture and pay respect to their Elders past, present and future. We acknowledge Aboriginal people as Australia’s First Peoples and as the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the land on which we work and live.