A Home Care Package is a package of care and services designed to help older Australians to live independently in their own homes for as long as they can. To be eligible and qualify for a Home Care Package assessment, you must meet some needs and age requirements:

you need assistance with everyday tasks,
that you are 65 years or older (50 years or older for Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people).
If you are eligible for a Home Care Package, you will receive a letter telling you what level of funding you will be receiving and how long you will need to wait for your Package.

This is a good time to start researching Providers like us. You must choose a Provider to manage your Package. This choice will impact the types of services you receive, how much you will pay out of your Package and the type of customer service you will receive.

There are a huge range of services that you could receive through your Package, so it’s important to do your research and discuss your needs with your chosen Provider, to make sure they are the right fit for you. Remember, if you aren’t happy with the service you receive or the choice you make, you are always able to switch Providers later.

The CHSP is another government program designed to support older Australians living in their own homes. It provides more entry level support for people with lower care needs. Here are how the two programs compare:

HCP: Designed for older Australians with higher care needs, providing a higher level of support like personal care, nursing, and allied health services. It offers more flexibility and choice in services.
CHSP: Offers basic support services like domestic assistance, personal care, social support, and transport for older Australians who need some help to stay independent and in their homes.
In essence, Home Care Packages are for those with more complex care needs, while the Commonwealth Home Support Programme offers more basic assistance.

Want more information about the different aged care programs and which you might be eligible for? Call our friendly team today on +61 460 797979. We are passionate about educating older Australians and their families about the aged care options available to support you to live longer at home.

You may need to contribute financially to make up your total Package amount. This contribution is called the Income Tested Fee and is determined by your financial situation. If you would like to know the specific cost and financial arrangements for your package services, feel free to give us a call at +61 460 797979.