Empower Lives with Heart
Empower Lives with Heart
Supported short stays across Sydney with accommodation, meals, activities and 24/7 care, for planned breaks or transitions. Supported short stays across Sydney with accommodation, meals, activities and 24/7 care, for planned breaks or transitions.
No Waitlist
Planned or emergency
15 min
Immediate appointments
No waitlist
Accommodation, meals, activities and support in one well-organised short stay.
Around-the-clock care from trained, friendly support workers throughout the stay.
Stay solo or with others, depending on what the participant prefers.
Multilingual workers who respect culture, food and routines.
We confirm the dates, support needs and funding, arrange a comfortable place to stay, then provide 24/7 support, meals and activities, so the stay is safe, easy and genuinely enjoyable.
Getting started: a free call to confirm dates, support needs and STA funding.
The stay: accommodation, meals, activities and 24/7 support by trained workers.
The outcome: a safe, positive short stay, with everything organised for you.
STA may suit people living with disability who need a supported place to stay for a short time, whether for a planned break, a transition, or when usual care isn’t available.
A safe, supported stay when your usual carer is away or unwell.
A short stay to build confidence and skills away from home.
A supported place to stay while moving or waiting on next steps.
Predictable, sensory-aware stays with patient, understanding support.
Accessible stays with personal care and mobility support included.
A friendly, supported stay with help for daily routines.
Calm, supportive stays that ease pressure and aid recovery.
A short-notice safe place to stay when something changes suddenly.
Higher-intensity short stays with personal and complex care.
A psychology-led team, so short stays are safe, organised and genuinely caring.
NDIS-registered provider delivering supports under the NDIS Practice Standards.
Trained, screened and supervised support workers.
Culturally inclusive, multilingual team (English, Arabic, Mandarin).
Backed by a multidisciplinary team: psychology, nursing and allied health.
STA bundles together everything needed for a safe, comfortable short stay, so participants and families don’t have to organise it all.
A comfortable, accessible place to stay for the length of the booking.
Meals included and tailored to dietary and cultural needs.
Around-the-clock support from trained workers throughout the stay.
Help with showering, dressing and daily personal care as needed.
Activities and outings to make the stay engaging and enjoyable.
Stay on your own or alongside others, based on preference.
Short stays are arranged in a safe, supported setting across Sydney.
Call us and we’ll talk through short-stay options near you, plus what’s available and how soon.
Affective Care makes short stays simple and safe. Our Short Term Accommodation bundles comfortable accommodation, meals, activities and 24/7 support, so participants enjoy the stay and families have one less thing to organise.
We arrange the kind of stay that suits the participant.
Three steps from first call to a safe, supported short stay.
Tell us the dates, support needs and funding on a free, no-obligation call.
We confirm accommodation, meals, activities and the support needed.
The participant arrives to a comfortable stay with 24/7 support.
Whether you’re a participant, family member or support coordinator, we make STA simple. Tell us the dates and needs, and we’ll confirm accommodation, support and funding quickly.
Fill in our short referral form or call us; we respond quickly, including for urgent stays.
Whether it’s a planned break or an unexpected change, we organise a short stay with accommodation, meals, activities and 24/7 support, so your loved one is safe and comfortable throughout.
Refer with confidence. We respond quickly, including for urgent stays, confirm STA funding and support needs, and keep you updated, so your participants get a short stay without long waits.
Let’s arrange Short Term Accommodation with everything included and 24/7 support. Talk to our team today, immediate availability, no waitlist.
Mon–Fri · 9am – 5pm · No waitlist
STA is funding for a supported short stay away from home, usually including accommodation, meals, activities and 24/7 support. It’s also known as respite, and is used for planned breaks, transitions or when usual care isn’t available.
STA is often called respite, but they are not exactly the same. Short Term Accommodation can give participants temporary support away from home, while also giving families or carers a break. It may include accommodation, personal care, meals and activities.
Yes, when it’s in your plan. STA is funded under Core Supports: Assistance with Daily Life, often up to around 28 days a year. We can help you check your plan.
STA usually bundles accommodation, meals, activities and support with daily living and personal care, around the clock, delivered by trained support workers.
Stays can range from a single night to a couple of weeks at a time. STA is often funded up to around 28 days a year, depending on your plan and goals.
Both. We arrange individual stays for privacy or shared stays for company, depending on the participant’s preference and what’s available.
Short stays are arranged in a safe, supported setting across Sydney. Call us to confirm options and availability near you.
We have immediate availability and no waitlist, and can respond quickly for urgent stays. Call 1300 615 193 or make a referral and we’ll get started.
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......STA often works alongside other supports. As a psychology-led, multidisciplinary provider, we also offer respite, Medium Term Accommodation, Supported Independent Living (SIL), personal care, social and community support, plus therapy and positive behaviour support across Sydney.
Short Term Tenancy — Immediate support. No waitlist.
Advanced Behaviour Support Practitioner | PBS Manager
NDIS-aligned | Systems-aware | Values-led
Jessica supports individuals and teams through:
Jessica brings over two decades of experience as an educator and a strong foundation in psychology to her role as an Advanced Behaviour Support Practitioner. As PBS Team Manager, she leads with clarity and accountability, ensuring practice aligns with both NDIS standards and ethical, person-centred care.
Her approach is holistic and collaborative, taking into account sensory, environmental, emotional, and relational factors that influence behaviour. Jessica works closely with individuals, families, and support teams to ensure behaviour support plans reflect personal values, lived experience, and real-world contexts.
Jessica’s leadership supports consistency, quality, and confidence across multidisciplinary teams. Her work ensures behaviour support is not just compliant, but compassionate, practical, and genuinely empowering.
Senior Psychologist and Behaviour Support Practitioner
Multidisciplinary | Assessment-driven | Governance-focused
Chady supports individuals through:
Chady is a highly experienced psychologist whose work spans both public and private sectors. At Affective Care, he delivers integrated behavioural and psychological services, supporting clients of all ages through assessment, therapy, and tailored intervention.
Known for his leadership within multidisciplinary teams, Chady brings structure, insight, and consistency to complex presentations. His expertise includes early intervention, rehabilitation, and complex case management, with a strong commitment to clinical governance and quality care.
Chady’s work is grounded in evidence-based practice and collaborative problem-solving. He supports individuals, families, and teams to navigate complexity with clarity, ensuring care remains ethical, coordinated, and effective.
Positive Behaviour Therapist & Registered Counsellor (ACA Level 2)
Holistic | Education-informed | Adolescent-focused
Miray supports individuals through:
Miray brings over 20 years of experience in education into her clinical work as a Positive Behaviour Therapist and Registered Counsellor. Her practice integrates behavioural science with a deep understanding of human development, particularly during adolescence.
She takes a holistic approach, blending structure with empathy to support individuals through behavioural challenges. Miray’s work is grounded in understanding the whole person—their environment, relationships, and emotional world.
Through compassion and insight, Miray supports individuals to develop self-awareness, regulation, and confidence. Her practice reflects a balance of science and humanity, creating space for growth that feels both supported and respectful.
Registered Psychologist
Relational | Empowerment-focused | Trauma-aware
Anabelle supports children and adults through:
Anabelle works alongside individuals with warmth, curiosity, and a deep respect for each person’s inner world. As a psychologist, she supports both children and adults to strengthen emotional awareness, build resilience, and develop healthier relationships with themselves and others.
Her therapeutic style is tailored and responsive, integrating approaches such as CBT, DBT, and Circle of Security to meet the unique needs of each client. Anabelle places strong emphasis on empowerment—helping people understand their patterns, reconnect with their values, and develop tools that support lasting change.
Anabelle’s work is grounded in safety, collaboration, and trust. She believes therapy is not about fixing people, but about creating space for insight, growth, and meaningful connection—supporting individuals to move forward with greater confidence and emotional clarity.
Occupational Therapist
Functional independence | Strengths-based | NDIS-focused
Brandon supports individuals through:
Brandon’s work centres on helping people build skills that translate into real, everyday independence. As an Occupational Therapist, he partners with individuals, families, and carers to identify what matters most in daily life and then builds practical pathways toward those goals.
His approach is client-centred and evidence-based, grounded in collaboration and respect for each person’s strengths, environment, and pace. Brandon understands that meaningful outcomes are rarely achieved in isolation, so he works closely with support networks to ensure strategies are realistic, sustainable, and supportive of long-term participation.
Through the NDIS, Brandon supports people to increase autonomy, confidence, and engagement in daily routines. His work is guided by a belief that independence is not about doing everything alone—it’s about having the right supports, skills, and systems in place to live with choice and dignity.
Registered Psychologist | PBS
Bilingual | Assessment-focused | Person-centred
Natalie supports children and adults through:
Natalie is a bilingual psychologist (English/Spanish) with extensive experience supporting individuals across the lifespan. Her work spans assessment and therapy, with a particular interest in forensic psychology and complex presentations.
She combines evidence-based practice with creativity and flexibility, tailoring interventions to each person’s needs, culture, and goals. Natalie’s approach is grounded in collaboration, ensuring clients feel understood, supported, and actively involved in their care.
Through thoughtful assessment and therapeutic intervention, Natalie supports individuals to build insight, resilience, and meaningful change.
Speech-Language Pathologist
Rehabilitation-focused | Goal-driven | Community-oriented
Edric supports individuals through:
Edric’s practice is centred on helping people reconnect—both with their communication and with their communities. Working with adults and children, he has a strong interest in stroke rehabilitation and supporting individuals through the process of rebuilding communication skills.
His approach is practical and goal-focused, ensuring therapy remains relevant to everyday life. Edric collaborates closely with clients and families to identify meaningful outcomes and develop strategies that support confidence, participation, and independence.
Edric finds deep fulfilment in witnessing people regain their voice and reconnect with others. His work is guided by respect, patience, and a belief in each person’s capacity for recovery and growth.
Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner & Registered Counsellor
Trauma-informed | Neuroscience-integrated | Relational
Heather supports individuals through:
Heather is an accomplished Behaviour Support Practitioner with over 20 years of experience supporting children and families. Her work integrates neuroscience, psychological theory, and trauma-informed practice to address complex presentations including attachment trauma, neurodevelopmental differences, and psychosocial disability.
Heather’s approach is collaborative and whole-person focused, ensuring behaviour support plans reflect both evidence and lived experience. She works closely with families and support networks to build strategies that enhance emotional wellbeing, safety, and functional independence.
Her commitment to holistic care ensures individuals receive support that honours identity, relationships, and long-term quality of life.
Speech-Language Pathologist
Communication | Connection | Technology-enhanced
Charbel supports children and adults through:
Charbel’s work is driven by a passion for helping people connect more fully with the world around them. As a Speech-Language Pathologist, he supports both paediatric and adult clients to strengthen communication, social interaction, and participation in daily life.
Since 2022, Charbel has worked across diverse settings, tailoring therapy to each person’s goals, strengths, and communication style. He has a particular interest in integrating technology into therapy, using innovative tools to enhance engagement and outcomes.
Charbel brings curiosity and creativity into his practice, believing communication is not just about words, but about connection, confidence, and belonging. His approach supports individuals to express themselves more clearly and engage meaningfully with others across home, school, work, and community environments.
Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner
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Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner
Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner
Casual Allied Health Assistant
Paediatric Occupational Therapist
Neurodiversity-affirming | Strengths-based | Mental health-focused
Joana supports children, adolescents, and adults through:
Joana is a Senior Occupational Therapist with a strong commitment to neurodiversity-affirming practice. She works with children, adolescents, and adults experiencing complex emotional and behavioural needs, including bipolar affective disorder and other mental health conditions.
Her experience spans a range of developmental and neurodevelopmental presentations, including autism, ADHD, and Down syndrome. Joana’s clinical focus includes building fine motor, cognitive, sensory, and emotional regulation skills to support participation in everyday life.
Joana is particularly passionate about peer-mediated, client-centred, and strengths-based approaches. Her work supports individuals of all ages to increase social inclusion, functional independence, and overall quality of life.
Psychologist | Managing Director – Affective Care & Affective Health Services
Humanistic | Systems-led | Clinically grounded
Rita supports individuals, families, and communities through:
Rita works at the intersection of psychology, leadership, and purpose-driven care. As a psychologist and Managing Director, she brings both clinical depth and strategic clarity to every layer of service delivery at Affective Care and Affective Health Services. Her work is grounded in the belief that systems should adapt to people—not the other way around.
With a strong clinical foundation and a humanistic leadership style, Rita ensures that psychological therapy, allied health, and in-home supports remain emotionally intelligent, ethical, and genuinely person-centred. She leads teams with integrity, cultivating cultures of safety, reflection, and excellence so that practitioners can deliver their best work and clients can experience care that feels respectful and empowering.
Rita’s approach bridges therapeutic insight with organisational vision. She understands that sustainable outcomes require both skilled clinicians and well-designed systems. Through thoughtful leadership and clinical oversight, she supports services that respond to complexity with compassion, accountability, and innovation—creating meaningful, long-term impact for individuals, families, and the broader community.
Registered Psychologist
Humanistic | Systems-led | Clinically grounded
