What services can I get?

Some of the services that may be covered by a Home Care Package program include:

-Personal care: Assistance with activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.

-Domestic assistance: Help with household tasks, such as cleaning, laundry, and meal preparation.

-Nursing care: Assistance with medication management, wound care, and other medical needs.

-Allied health services: Services such as physiotherapy, occupational therapy, and podiatry.

-Social support:Assistance with social and community activities, such as transport to appointments and social events.

-Home modifications and assistive technology: Modifications to your home to improve safety and accessibility, and the provision of assistive technology such as mobility aids and communication devices.

It’s important to note that Home Care Package funds cannot be used to pay for usual cost of living expenses, nor are they intended for the purchase of capital items or home renovations. In addition, the expenditure must be considered as an acceptable use of government funds and represent good value for money. Your Home Care Package provider can help you understand what services are available and how they can be tailored to meet your individual needs.

For more information please see the Home Care Package Inclusions web page and blog.