What type of Home Care funding do you have?
It might sound like alphabet soup, but the CHSP and HCP are two Home Care programs funded by the government. CHSP stands for the Commonwealth…
What’s the difference between managing a Home Care Package yourself, or having it managed by a provider?
As we age, maintaining independence and quality of life become increasingly important. For many older Australians, Home Care Packages offer invaluable support to help them…
7 Things They Don’t Tell You About Government Home Care Packages
The government’s Home Care Package Program provides senior Australians with generous funding to help them stay at home for as long as possible. The program…
The future of Home Care
Did you know that changes to your Home Care Package funds are afoot? The government is soon going to be paying Home Care Package funds…
Why you should ask for a High Priority Home Care Package
If your needs aren’t being met by your current level Home Care Package or you are still waiting for a Home Care Package you can request a higher level priority and go up in the waiting list. If you don’t ask for it you won’t get it. Here is the best way to go about getting the care and support you need.
Schedule of Fees and Charges for Residential and Home Care
When it comes to Aged Care services, one of the biggest considerations for older Australians and their families is the cost associated with care. Navigating…
10 ways to use your Home Care Package
Get ready for your Home Care Package! If you’re waiting for a Home Care Package, use this time to get prepared and learn a bit…
Fact or Fiction? Dispelling common Home Care rumours
There are lots of rumours and misinformation surrounding Home Care. You’ve probably heard a few and may not be sure what is true and what…
If you don’t use your Home Care Package, will you lose it?
With $1.5 billion in unspent Home Care Package funds, we’re often asked whether we think that the Government might reclaim these and customers will lose…
Six Things to Look Out for When Self-Managing a Home Care Package
The federally-funded Home Care Package program provides older Australians with much-needed financial support to continue living at home. Recipients must choose from one of two…
Biggest Home Care Package Mistakes To Avoid At All Costs
When you embark upon your Home Care Package journey it’s likely that you’re navigating uncharted waters, and there are many pitfalls you won’t know how…