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Home Care Guides and Resources

Commonwealth Home Support (CHSP)
Commonwealth Home Support Program, an entry-level Australian Government-funded program. It provides low-level, subsidised support services such as domestic help, transport, meals, and personal care to help older Australians live safely and independently at home.


Support at Home FAQs: Answers for Older Australians, Families and Carers
Support at Home is the Australian Government’s in-home aged care program. It helps eligible older people access services so they can remain living safely and independently at home. The program includes different types of support, including clinical care, independence supports and everyday living services. Some services may be fully funded by the government, while others may require a personal contribution depending on the person’s circumstances. Not sure where to start? Answe

Liz
May 2311 min read


What Is the Commonwealth Home Support Programme (CHSP)? A Simple Guide for Older Australians
What Is the Commonwealth Home Support Programme (CHSP)? The Commonwealth Home Support Programme (CHSP) is the Australian Government’s entry-level aged care program, designed to help older people stay independent at home for longer. If you or a family member only need a small amount of help with daily tasks, CHSP is often the first place to start. This guide explains: What CHSP actually includes Who it’s for (and who it’s not for) How much it costs How it compares to Support a

Liz
May 25 min read


How Much Does Home Care Cost in Australia? (2026 Guide)
Introduction If you’re looking into home care, one of the first questions is: How much does it actually cost? The answer isn’t as simple as a single number. Most people receive government funding but what you actually get in services depends on: your funding level your provider’s pricing and how your care is managed This guide breaks it down clearly. The simple answer Most people receive between: $10,731 and $78,106 per year in government-funded home care But: You don’t recei

Liz
Apr 33 min read


What Does Good Home Care Actually Look Like?
Introduction When people start looking for home care, the focus is often on: funding levels provider names what services are available But the real question is: What does good home care actually look like day to day? Because when it works well, it feels simple. When it doesn’t, everything becomes harder than it should be. Good home care feels easy This might sound obvious but it’s important. Good home care should not feel like: chasing people repeating yourself managing the s

Liz
Apr 32 min read
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