Southern Light Respite

Southern Light Respite Short Term Accommodation (STA) & Respite Care in Hobart, TAS 🏠

Providing compassionate respite care that makes a difference 🫶

📍 Old Beach, TAS

📢 School holidays & the festive season is just around the corner!!!If you’re thinking about short-term respite (STR) dur...
06/11/2025

📢 School holidays & the festive season is just around the corner!!!

If you’re thinking about short-term respite (STR) during the break, now’s the time to plan ahead.

✅ Booking early means more chance of getting the dates and routines that suit you
✅ Less stress when the holidays arrive
✅ Support in a safe, calm, home-like environment

Book early. Reduce stress.

Contact our team today:
📞0480 739 063
📩 info@southernlightrespite.com.au

Every person deserves care that listens, adapts, and uplifts. That’s why at Southern Light Respite, our approach is buil...
05/11/2025

Every person deserves care that listens, adapts, and uplifts.

That’s why at Southern Light Respite, our approach is built on:
🧡 Ethical practices
🧡 Personalised support
🧡 Genuine connection

Because every stay should feel like a safe space to be yourself — supported, respected, and valued.

Learning Everyday Skills, Together 👥 At Southern Light Respite, we support participants to develop household and indepen...
03/11/2025

Learning Everyday Skills, Together 👥
At Southern Light Respite, we support participants to develop household and independent living skills that build confidence and support everyday life. One of the ways we do this is by supporting grocery shopping and meal prep.

That includes:
✅ Choosing meals and recipes
✅ Writing a shopping list
✅ Going to the supermarket
✅ Choosing ingredients
✅ Cooking in a safe and supported environment

We support participants to build real independence and work towards their goals, at their pace, with the right support around them.

Interested in hearing about our Short-Term Respite (STR) options?

Contact our Southern Light Respite team today:
📞 0480 739 063
📧 info@southernlightrespite.com.au
🌐 www.southernlightrespite.com.au

📣 The NDIS has renamed STA to STR. But what does that actually mean?We know NDIS changes can be hard to keep up with. We...
03/11/2025

📣 The NDIS has renamed STA to STR. But what does that actually mean?

We know NDIS changes can be hard to keep up with. We've broken it down and shared our take on why this shift from Short Term Accommodation (STA) to Short Term Respite (STR) is more than just a name change.

It reflects a deeper change in how respite is seen and understood. For participants. For carers. For providers.

👉 Read the full blog here: https://tinyurl.com/2xdzzcb2

Learn what’s changed, why it matters, and how it might affect you.

If you're concerned about how this might affect your funding or care, please reach out to our team.

We’re here to help you understand your options under the new guidelines and access the support that’s right for you.

📧 info@southernlightrespite.com.au
📞 0480 739 063
🌐 southernlightrespite.com.au

Meet Shane and Astris 🐶Shane has been part of the Southern Light Respite community since day one. He stays regularly wit...
01/11/2025

Meet Shane and Astris 🐶

Shane has been part of the Southern Light Respite community since day one. He stays regularly with his companion dog, Astris, who helps him feel at ease during his stays.

Their bond is strong, and it’s easy to see the comfort and confidence Astris brings.

At SLR, we know support looks different for everyone. For Shane, it means having Astris by his side, and we support that 🐾

As September comes to a close, we’re pausing to honour the quiet strength of carers the late nights, the endless patienc...
30/10/2025

As September comes to a close, we’re pausing to honour the quiet strength of carers the late nights, the endless patience, the love that never clocks off.

Your dedication keeps families and communities thriving, but you need care, too.
✨ Time to breathe
✨ Space to recharge
✨ Support you can count on

Here’s to ending the month with gratitude and stepping into the next with renewed energy.

🎂 This month, our SLR Social Club shared a relaxed lunch together 🎉We celebrated Sharnie and Jo's birthdays with good fo...
28/10/2025

🎂 This month, our SLR Social Club shared a relaxed lunch together 🎉

We celebrated Sharnie and Jo's birthdays with good food, plenty of laughs and great conversation.

At Southern Light Respite, our Social Club is all about connection, inclusion and simply being together 🧡

Will you join us next month?

❌ That's a MYTH!✅ Fact: Everyone’s nervous system needs a reset sometimes—adults included.Sensory breaks help regulate s...
26/10/2025

❌ That's a MYTH!
✅ Fact: Everyone’s nervous system needs a reset sometimes—adults included.

Sensory breaks help regulate stress, improve focus, and prevent burnout whether you’re 8 or 80.

💡 Tip: Build short sensory pauses into your day.
Your mind and body will thank you.

At Southern Light Respite, we create environments where these moments of regulation are encouraged for all ages.

26/10/2025

Being told... “Just wait in the car” 😅
ADHD brain: Okkkkaaayy... 🎶💃🕺

We get it. For a neurodivergent mind, waiting alone often means letting out all that hyperactivity. Fidgeting, exploring, belting out tunes, making up duets and unmasking.

At Southern Light Respite, we understand how ADHD shows up.

We create space for movement, curiosity and being yourself without judgement.

Lets celebrate the many faces of ADHD 🙌

Respite isn’t just time away, it’s a chance to work towards your NDIS goals. At Southern Light Respite, we help you unde...
25/10/2025

Respite isn’t just time away, it’s a chance to work towards your NDIS goals.

At Southern Light Respite, we help you understand how respite can fit into your NDIS funding so you can make the most of your plan.

✅ Check your Core Supports budget
✅Talk to you Support Coordinator or Plan Manager
✅ Book a call with our team

Need guidance?
Our team is here to help you explore your options and get the most from your plan 🧡

Contact us to book a visit or chat with our team.
📞 0480 739 063
📧 info@southernlightrespite.com.au

23/10/2025

🏡 Feel right at home in our backyard 🌳

At Southern Light Respite, we offer more than just a place to stay.
Our home is warm, peaceful and designed to feel lived-in – not clinical. A space where you can take a breath, feel at ease and enjoy the simple things.

🔥 Fire up the BBQ and share a relaxed meal
🍕 Make wood-fired pizzas on the back verandah
🌿 Spend time in the garden or simply enjoy the fresh air
⚽ Have a kickaround or play a game on the lawn

As the weather warms up, it’s the perfect time to enjoy the outdoors.
This is respite that feels like home.

Want to see it for yourself?
Call us on 0480 739 063 or email info@southernlightrespite.com.au
to arrange a visit or learn more.

-TermRespite

19/10/2025

Looking for connection, fun, and community? 👫
Join the SLR Social Club! 🧡

📅 Last Sunday of every month in Hobart
🤝 Inclusive, welcoming, and all about community connection
🚫 No NDIS funding required
🎳 Bowling, mini golf, pub lunches & more

Interested?
👉 Follow us on Facebook for event updates
🤝 Everyone of all abilities is welcome
➡️ Tag a friend to come along!
🔗 Vist our website https://www.southernlightrespite.com.au/social-club

Contact Emily on 0480 739 063 or email info@southernlightrespite.com.au
for more information.

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Old Beach, TAS
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