Darwin — Murrinh-patha Country

Short-Term Accommodation & Respite in Wadeye (Port Keats)

Culturally safe, Aboriginal-led short-term accommodation & respite for NDIS participants in Wadeye (Port Keats) and surrounding Darwin communities.

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Short-Term Accommodation & Respite in Wadeye (Port Keats): What's Included

Short-Term Accommodation gives NDIS participants and their families a break, with culturally appropriate respite in safe, supportive environments. For participants in Wadeye (Port Keats) and the Darwin region, Sacred Business Care delivers these supports with an understanding of Murrinh-patha culture and the realities of living in this community.

  • Culturally safe respite accommodation in Darwin
  • Planned and emergency respite options
  • Family and carer relief
  • Support during transitions between living situations
  • Connection to community during stays

About Wadeye (Port Keats)

Wadeye is the NT's largest remote Aboriginal community and home to one of Australia's largest concentrations of Aboriginal people. The Murrinh-patha language is the lingua franca, and the community has a strong Catholic identity alongside traditional law. Wadeye was one of the first communities to negotiate self-management agreements.

Travel & Access

Accessible by light aircraft from Darwin (approx. 1 hour) or by seasonal road. Sacred Business Care provides both on-community visits and ongoing remote coordination throughout the year.

How to Access Short-Term Accommodation & Respite in Wadeye (Port Keats)

Getting started with NDIS supports doesn't need to be complicated. Here's how Sacred Business Care makes it simple for participants in Wadeye (Port Keats):

1

Check NDIS eligibility

Contact the NDIS or Sacred Business Care to confirm that Short-Term Accommodation & Respite is included in your NDIS plan, or to find out how to apply for the NDIS if you are not yet a participant.

2

Make contact with Sacred Business Care

Call us on (08) 6186 8516 or complete our online enquiry form. Tell us you are in Wadeye (Port Keats) and interested in Short-Term Accommodation & Respite. We will respond within 24 hours.

3

Initial cultural intake meeting

We conduct a culturally safe intake conversation — in your preferred language or with an interpreter if needed. We learn about your goals, your mob, and your connection to Country so we can build a support plan that actually works for you.

4

Service agreement and plan implementation

We establish a service agreement aligned with your NDIS plan. Our team in the Darwin region begins coordinating your Short-Term Accommodation & Respite supports immediately.

5

Ongoing culturally safe support

Your support continues with regular check-ins, plan reviews, and adjustments as your needs and goals evolve. We are always available to advocate on your behalf.

Ready for Short-Term Accommodation & Respite in Wadeye (Port Keats)?

Call our team now or make an online enquiry. We provide culturally safe NDIS short-term accommodation & respite to participants in Wadeye (Port Keats) and the surrounding Darwin region.

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