Respite and Short Term Accommodation

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Respite & Short Term Accommodation

Allowah offers respite and short-term accommodation (STA) on-site in Sydney. Our staff are specially equipped to provide expert care and support for children and young people with complex disabilities and medical needs.

Short-term accommodation (STA) provides planned short-term, time-limited breaks for families and carers of children and young people with a disability.

24/7 Support

With at least one Registered Nurse on site and very experienced paediatricians on call 24 hours a day 365 days a year, Allowah provides a level of respite care second to none.

As a paediatric hospital, Allowah’s STA service caters for children and young people with a disability (7-17 years)

Specialised and Expert Care

Allowah provides respite for children with requirements such as seizure management, dystonia management, dysphagia management and aspiration prevention, pressure area care, gastrostomy management, tracheostomy care or home ventilation. We can also provide respite for children with home total parenteral nutrition (TPN).

If your child has complex medical needs and you are looking for respite, talk to us. We may be able to help you.

A home away from home

"Allowah has provided a home away from home for our severely disabled daughter.
She is much loved and expertly cared for by dedicated medical and allied health care professionals. The management team are very open to feedback and suggestions, and we greatly appreciate their compassion and ongoing support. A truly amazing place for children with very special needs."

Tailored Catering

The Allowah team aims to provide the very best food services to each child, working with both the nursing staff and allied health team to ensure each meal is suitable for each child. The menu is rotated and reviewed regularly in order to keep variety and interest in the food provided. Food is prepared fresh on-site every day.
24 Hour Support

With at least one Registered Nurse on site at all times, and experienced paediatricians on call 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, you can be confident that your child is well looked after during their hospital stay.

NDIS Funding

Your child may be able to purchase an Accommodation Package using NDIS Core Supports. Accommodation Packages may also be purchased without NDIS funding.