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At Safe Steps Respite, respite for children and young people is delivered within a strong child safety framework. We are committed to Child Safe Standards and ensure every child in our care is protected, respected, and supported at all times.
Our children’s respite services are designed to:
We maintain robust child safety practices, including:
Children’s respite can be provided through SSRC, STA, or MTA, depending on the child’s needs and funding arrangements.
Safe Steps Respite also provides flexible respite and accommodation options for adults, including:
Our adult respite services are suitable for people:
Our team includes highly skilled Registered Nurses with experience supporting participants with complex health and medical needs. This allows us to safely provide:
Care is delivered in a calm, non-clinical environment while maintaining appropriate clinical oversight.
At Safe Steps Respite, we provide Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) for children, young people, and adults with disability who may experience behaviours of concern. Our approach is respectful, evidence-based, and focused on improving quality of life while maintaining safety and dignity.
Our experienced Behaviour Support Practitioners work closely with participants, families, carers, and support teams to understand the underlying reasons for behaviour. Together, we develop practical, individualised strategies that support emotional regulation, skill development, and meaningful participation in daily life.
We conduct comprehensive Functional Behaviour Assessments and develop Behaviour Support Plans that are tailored to each person’s needs, strengths, and goals. Our plans focus on:
Behaviour support can be provided in the home, at school, in the community, or within supported accommodation, depending on individual needs and funding. Services are available to NDIS participants with approved Behaviour Support funding.
At Safe Steps Respite, our goal is to support children and adults to feel safe, understood, and empowered, while providing families and support networks with clear guidance and practical tools to maintain consistency and wellbeing.
At Safe Steps Respite, our Specialist Support Coordination (Level 3) service is designed for children, young people, and adults with complex needs who require a higher level of guidance to navigate the NDIS and maintain effective supports.
Our approach is person-centred, collaborative, and grounded in a strong understanding of the NDIS. We work alongside participants, families, carers, and service providers to ensure supports are coordinated, responsive, and focused on achieving meaningful outcomes.
Strong Knowledge and Experience
Our Specialist Support Coordinators have extensive experience working with participants who face complex challenges. We maintain up-to-date knowledge of NDIS legislation, policies, and operational guidelines, and continuously strengthen our practice through professional development, supervision, and regular performance reviews.
Person-Centred and Values-Based
We respect each participant’s individual circumstances, preferences, and goals. Our work is guided by consistency, transparency, and respect, ensuring participants and families feel supported, informed, and heard at every stage.
Supporting People Through Complexity
We focus on helping participants overcome barriers that make it difficult to access, use, or sustain supports. This includes:
Coordinated and Integrated Planning
For participants with complex support needs, we develop tailored coordination plans that bring together funded and non-funded supports. We establish clear communication pathways to ensure services work together smoothly, reducing stress for participants and families and supporting long-term stability.
At Safe Steps Respite Services our team comprises of highly skilled professionals with a deep understanding of disability care and healthcare. We adhere to the highest standards of practice to ensure safe, effective, and compassionate care.
Our services are designed to address the unique needs and preferences of each individual, ensuring that care plans are customised to support personal goals and enhance quality of life.