Short-term, in-home support so carers can rest and recharge.
Caring for others sometimes means caring for yourself.
Looking after someone you love is meaningful, but it’s also demanding. Harwell’s DVA respite care gives you time to rest, recharge, and return with energy and peace of mind.
Whether you need a few hours to yourself, overnight support, or a longer break, our trained carers step in with warmth, consistency, and clinical skill.
Eligible veterans can access DVA-funded respite care — up to 28 days of residential respite or 196 hours of in-home respite each financial year, or a combination of both.
We’re here to support both you and your loved one, so everyone feels safe, known, and cared for.
We combine expert clinical care with heart and consistency.
Our team can step in quickly, often within 48 hours, if you need us urgently.
As a DVA-approved provider, we support the unique needs that veterans have for care.
We match clients with the same familiar carer where we can, because familiarity matters.
We take time to learn routines, preferences, and what makes your loved one feel at ease.
Support when you need it, whether it’s a few hours, overnight, weekends, or for a holiday.
Clinical skill is essential, but so is compassion. We bring both to every visit.
It’s not just the help — it’s the way they talk to you, treat you like a person, and make you feel cared for.
Joan S.
Harwell made everything easier — from explaining the Home Care Package to making sure I had someone I trusted each day.
Michael F.
Harwell explained everything clearly and made something that felt overwhelming to our family simple.
Amir T.
We know its not just about getting the job done, its about who is walking through your door. That’s why we take great care in selecting team members who are:
Treating your home as they would their own.
Understanding the importance of kindness and conversation.
Giving you confidence that help will arrive when you need it.
Respite care is short-term in-home support designed to give primary carers a break. Whether it’s for a few hours, overnight, or several days, a trained Harwell carer will step in to support your loved one, helping with personal care, medication prompts, meals, and companionship, so you can take time for yourself with peace of mind.
We support private clients and are also an approved provider of in-home respite care under the Veterans’ Home Care (VHC) program. If you or your loved one is a DVA Gold or White Card holder, we can guide you through eligibility and arrange services accordingly.
Yes. Before respite care begins, we take the time to understand your loved one’s medical needs, routines, preferences, and personality. This helps us provide consistent, person-centred care — even during short visits — so both carer and client feel at ease.
Respite care is short-term in-home support designed to give primary carers a break. Whether it’s for a few hours, overnight, or several days, a trained Harwell carer will step in to support your loved one, helping with personal care, medication prompts, meals, and companionship, so you can take time for yourself with peace of mind.
We support private clients and are also an approved provider of in-home respite care under the Veterans’ Home Care (VHC) program. If you or your loved one is a DVA Gold or White Card holder, we can guide you through eligibility and arrange services accordingly.
Yes. Before respite care begins, we take the time to understand your loved one’s medical needs, routines, preferences, and personality. This helps us provide consistent, person-centred care — even during short visits — so both carer and client feel at ease.
Not at all. We offer daytime, overnight, and weekend respite support, depending on your needs and location. Whether you’re stepping out for a few hours or planning a longer break, we’ll tailor a schedule that works for you.
We understand that emergencies happen. If you need last-minute respite care due to illness, work, or an unexpected event, call us directly. Our team will move quickly to assess the situation and provide support where available.
Our amazing team is ready to help – just give us a call on 1300 064 430 or enquire below: