How is Support at Home funded?

Support at Home is federally funded, primarily through taxpayers’ contributions, and is managed by Services Australia.

The funding levels for Support at Home are determined based on an assessment of need by an Aged Care Assessment Team (ACAT). There are 8 levels of funding available ranging from $10,732 to $78,106 per annum. The funding levels are designed to provide appropriate support for individuals with varying levels of care needs.