Tools and Resources

People using a computerDecision Guide

If you are unsure about whether or not you want or need to use respite services, the Decision Guide for Carers can help you:

  • make decisions about services
  • realise the right time for you to use services
  • choose between respite services
  • make your life easier as you care for a person with dementia.

Resources to Help Choose Respite Services

Centre-based-Respite-Checklist

In-Home-Respite-Checklist

Residential Respite Checklist

Support Group Checklist

Other Helpful Websites

Dementia Illawarra Shoalhaven Website

MyAgedCare Service Finder

University of Wollongong’s Driving and Dementia Decision Aid

Dementia Australia

Key Contacts

Planned Respite
My Aged Care: 1800 200 422

Carer Information & Support
Carer Gateway: 1800 422 737

National Dementia Helpline
1800 100 500