Government assistance for Aged Care at home
Government Assistance for Aged Care at Home
Many people find the process of getting assistance at home for themselves or their parents confusing and overwhelming. We have put together a summary to help you determine the next steps. We are always happy to guide you through the process if you need any assistance. It is important to remember that to receive government funding for Aged Care at home, you must apply through the My Aged Care program, which is managed by the Australian Government.
Here’s a step-by-step guide to applying:
01. Check Eligibility
- You must be 65 years or older (or 50+ for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people).
- You must need support to live at home independently.
To check eligibility, you can:
02. Get an Assessment
- An ACAT (Aged Care Assessment Team) assessor will determine if you qualify for the Support at Home Program and the level of financial support that will be provided. There are eight levels of financial care that may be awarded.
03. Apply for Services
Once assessed, you will receive an approval letter and will be placed on a waiting list.
For the Support at Home Program, you may wait several months depending on availability.
04. Choose a Provider
Once you receive your Support at Home Program Package, there are many Providers you can choose to sign up with.
- Select a “Provider”. Your Provider will handle your payments from your package. We can help introduce you to a Provider if you need guidance.
05. Start Receiving Care
Give us a call on 0409 092 655. We would love to help!