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FlexiRest - Flexible respite program
NSW also offers a flexible respite program called "FlexiRest". FlexiRest funds a range of respite-related services either in-home or out-of-home for people with progressive neurological disorders, their families and carers.
Some examples include:
- In-home respite where the respite is provided in your home for a nominated period of time
- Short breaks, for example support for the whole family to go on a short holiday together
- Peer support/age appropriate respite involving leisure and recreation activities with people of similar age and interests
- Transport support for you to access respite services
This new initiative operates with funding from the Department of Ageing, Disability and Home Care (DADHC) and is run by a consortium consisting of Muscular Dystrophy Association of NSW, Motor Neurone Disease Association of NSW and MS Australia - ACT/NSW/VIC.
It is provided to eligible people who have a demonstrated need that cannot be met by existing respite services.
Flexible Respite Program - Flyer
Leafy Lodge - Respite House Baulkham Hills
Leafy Lodge at Baulkham Hills in Sydney is suitable for people who live at home and can independently care for themselves.
Please download the Leafy Lodge Brochure.
Studdy MS Residential Unit
The Studdy MS Residential Unit at Lidcombe in Sydney is a facility operated by the MS Society providing long term accomodation and short term respite for people with MS who have moderate to high care needs.
Please download the Visitor's Guide to the Residential Unit, Studdy MS Centre.
For more information on NSW Respite Services, please contact:
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Freecall MS Connect on 1800 042 138 |