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Why Respite Care Is Essential for Families and Carers
Caring for a loved one with a disability is a journey filled with love, dedication, and sometimes, overwhelming challenges. The physical, emotional, and mental demands on carers can build up quickly, leaving little time for rest or self-care. This is where respite care, also known as Short Term Accommodation (STA) under the NDIS, plays a vital role. It offers families and carers a much-needed break while ensuring participants continue to receive safe, quality support. Underst
Jan 143 min read


SIL, SDA, STA Explained: What’s the Difference?
Navigating the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) can feel overwhelming, especially when it comes to understanding the different types of support available. If you or a loved one are exploring options in New South Wales, it helps to know the key differences between Supported Independent Living (SIL), Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA), and Short-Term Accommodation (STA), also called Respite Care. Each of these supports plays a unique role in helping people wit
Jan 134 min read


The Heritage Home That Still Cares
Nestled in the heart of Auburn, a heritage-listed building quietly holds stories of care, healing, and community life that span over a century. This building, once a doctor’s surgery and family residence from the early 1900s, has witnessed generations of people coming through its doors seeking comfort and support. Today, it stands renewed as the Auburn Mega Centre, a modern hub for the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) run by Family Care Australia. This transformati
Jan 93 min read
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