Ben joined Local Guardians in September 2024 and is our Home Care Finance Partner, based in Melbourne. In his role, Ben is responsible for managing aged care claims and fund allocations for home care clients, as well as overseeing financial reconciliation and accounting processes. He also assists customers, service providers, and Care Advisors in navigating government systems and understanding Home Care Package funding.
Outside of work, Ben is passionate about all things fitness, including running, gym workouts, and playing football (soccer). He also values spending time with friends and has a strong appreciation for coffee.
Home Care Packages
ACAT assessment is an eligibility requirement to access Commonwealth funded residential aged care, residential respite care, transition care and home care packages. ACAT undertakes a comprehensive assessment of care needs for older people needing access to residential and/or home (community) care, and helps the elderly and their carers to determine what kind of support will best meet their needs.
Target group are older people, typically over the age of 65 or for indigenous Australians, people over the age of 50, or people who have an age related condition. Often comprises of a doctor, nurse, social worker and occupational therapist, the team will recommend services deemed to be the most appropriate to meet care needs through a series of questions, and with the client’s consent will liaise with families/carers and health care providers. Referral Procedure, by care recipient themselves or others:
- The care recipient, carer, family must be aware of and consent to the referral
- All referrals are to be made via MyAgedCare: 1800 200 422
Get help managing your home care funds
We offer lowest management fees in Australia, ensuring you get maximum care hours
We make the home care experience inexpensive & easy. Here's how:
Your Local Guardians Home Care Advisor will:
Be your dedicated Home Care Contact
Who understands your needs and will make sure you’re getting the most from your package.
Manage Your Home Care Plan
Using world class technology for seamless plan management, on any device.
Connect You
To suitable providers (we have a database of thousands).
Budget Effectively
To ensure you get maximum possible care hours from your funding.
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