Support can include routine household cleaning and laundry.
Services
Cleaning support at home
Cleaning and domestic assistance are among the most commonly used home care services. The aim is to help maintain hygiene and safety at home.
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The exact tasks depend on assessed needs and the care plan.
Cleaning can be supported through Support at Home or CHSP depending on circumstances.
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Common cleaning tasks
- Vacuuming and mopping
- Bathroom and kitchen cleaning
- Dusting and tidying
- Changing bed linen
- Laundry assistance
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Services You Can Use at Home
Can Support at Home pay for house cleaning?
Yes, domestic assistance can be included when it is an assessed need in your support plan.
Read answer →In-Home Care & Support at HomeWhat services can I actually pay for with Support at Home?
Support at Home funding can pay for services that are approved in your support plan and included on the official service list. These may include nursing and allied health, personal care, respite, transport, domestic assistance and home maintenance.
Read answer →In-Home Care & Support at HomeCan a Home Care Package pay for my groceries, rent, or electricity?
Generally, no. Support at Home is not designed to pay ordinary household costs such as rent, electricity or the normal cost of groceries. It may fund approved assistance with meal preparation, shopping or meal delivery, but you usually remain responsible for the food itself.
Read answer →Services You Can Use at HomeCan Support at Home pay for gardening?
Basic gardening and home maintenance may be available when linked to safety, access or independence.
Read answer →Services You Can Use at HomeCan Support at Home pay for lawn mowing?
Lawn mowing may be included as home maintenance when an assessed need makes it difficult or unsafe for you to do it.
Read answer →Commonwealth Home Support ProgrammeCan two people living in the same home both receive CHSP services?
Yes. Two people living in the same home can both receive Commonwealth Home Support Program (CHSP) services if each person has been individually assessed and approved. Eligibility is based on each person's own care needs, not on the household as a whole.
Read answer →Commonwealth Home Support ProgrammeWhat services are available through the Commonwealth Home Support Programme?
The Commonwealth Home Support Programme (CHSP) provides entry-level support services to help older people remain independent and continue living safely at home. Services may include cleaning, meals, personal care, transport, allied health, nursing, social support, respite, equipment and home modifications.
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