Commonwealth Home Support Program (CHSP)
The Commonwealth Home Support Programme (CHSP) helps older Australians stay independent and safe at home and in their communities. It provides entry-level support such as cleaning, meals, transport, personal care, and social activities. Managed through My Aged Care, CHSP promotes wellbeing, independence, and social connection and often serves as a first step to higher-level aged care like the Support at Home program.
CHSP is Designed for:
People aged 65+ (or 50+ for Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people)
Tasmanian residents who want to stay safely at home
Individuals needing entry-level or occasional support
Getting Started with CHSP
If you, or a loved one, needs in-home care, here’s how to get started:
1. Register with My Aged Care
Call My Aged Care to discuss your support needs.
2. Home Assessment
A Regional Assessment Service (RAS) assessor visits your home to understand the level of support you need.
3. Receive CHSP Referral Codes
You’ll be given codes for approved services.
4. Choose Your Provider
Select us, and we’ll organise a personalised support schedule.
5. Services Begin
Our local support workers deliver services at times that suit you.
6. Ongoing Support
Adjust or add services as your needs change based on what services you are approved for.
CHSP Services We Provide in Tasmania
Our local team delivers a wide range of flexible services under the CHSP, tailored to your goals and lifestyle.
Services Included
Domestic Assistance
Community Care TASMANIA can assist with regular or occasional house cleaning, laundry, linen changes and tidying, and general household tasks.
Personal Care
Community Care TASMANIA can assist with showering and bathing, dressing and grooming, and toileting and continence support.
Meal Preparation and Nutrition
Community Care TASMANIA can help you with cooking the meals you enjoy, meal planning and shopping help, and with special dietary needs.
Social Support
We know how important it is to stay connected. This includes friendly companion visits, getting involved in community activities, and support to stay socially connected.
Transport Services
Community Care TASMANIA can assist with transport to medical appointments, shopping, social outings, and reliable and safe door-to-door support.
Home Maintenance & Safety
Community Care TASMANIA can help with minor home repairs, safety checks, and gardening and outdoor help.
Respite Care
Short-term respite to give family carers a break.
Why Choose Community Care Tasmania?
Trusted Tasmanian Caregivers
With 30+ years experience, we understand the need for quality home care in Tasmania. We work in every part of the state with local support workers.
Personalised Care Plans
We recognise that everyone has different needs. We provide a variety of in-home services tailored at an individual level.
Government Funded Support Available
We know that care can be expensive. That’s why we provide various levels of government-funded support packages to ensure everyone feels supported and included.
CHSP Costs and Funding
The Commonwealth Home Support Programme is subsidised by the Australian Government, meaning services are low cost and accessible for most older Tasmanians. You only contribute a small co-payment towards your services, and we explain all fees clearly upfront. Community Care TASMANIA can also assist you in understanding your eligibility, organising your My Aged Care registration, as well as navigating CHSP and Support at Home Differences.
CHSP vs Support at Home
To help you, and your loved ones, understand the range of support options available.
CHSP
- Entry-level support
- Low-cost subsidised service
- Set services based on referral codes
- Ideal for early support
Support at Home
- Moderate to high support needs
- Higher funding for ongoing needs
- Fully tailored care plan
- Ideal for regular or complex support
Ready to Get CHSP?
Speak with our friendly team today to begin your CHSP journey.
