Support at Home: What’s Changing and Why It Matters
Support at Home is replacing Home Care Packages in November 2025. Learn what it means, what’s changing, and how to prepare—without losing your current support.
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How Will the New Support at Home Program Work?
Confused about Support at Home? Learn how Australia’s new aged care system works—from assessment to budget, services, and real-life examples like Margaret’s.
Will I Lose Services or Funding? What You Need to Know
Worried about losing care? Support at Home starts November 2025 with no worse off guarantee, clearer pricing, and more control over your aged care services.
How to Prepare for the Switch to Support at Home
Get ready for Support at Home starting November 2025 with this simple guide: key steps, questions to ask, paperwork tips, and expert help from CareAbout.
You’ve Got Funding. Now What?
Just got approved for a Home Care Package? Learn how to activate it, choose the right provider, and make the most of your funding—without the confusion.
Is a Cleaner Just a Luxury – or a Smart Way to Stay Independent?
Struggling with household chores? Your Home Care Package can fund cleaning to help you stay safe and independent at home longer. CareAbout guide.
What does a quality home care provider look like?
How do you know when you've found a great home care provider? Find out what to look for so you can get the care you deserve.
Home safety checklist for seniors
Use this home safety checklist to identify hazards in your living space, prevent accidents and maintain your independence.
Simple ways to prevent falls at home
Falls are one of the biggest risks for older Australians, but they can be preventable with these simple fixes.
Approved versus assigned a Home Care Package: What’s the difference?
Have you been approved or assigned a Home Care Package? They're two important milestones but what's the difference? Let's find out.
Top 5 mistakes people make when applying for a Home Care Package
Applying for a Home Care Package can feel overwhelming, but avoiding these common mistakes can make the process smoother and less stressful.
Milestone alert: 5,000 Trustpilot reviews!
CareAbout has hit over 5,000 Trustpilot reviews! We’re excited that the number of people we help access aged care support continues to grow.