Support at Home
Support at Home is the Australian Government’s most comprehensive in-home aged care program. It is designed to help older Australians live independently at home for longer by simplifying the system and tailoring support to individual needs.
Eligible people receive a personalised budget through My Aged Care for services such as personal care, nursing, home maintenance, assistive technology and short term restorative care. The program also provides clearer pricing and more flexible care pathways, including end of life options.
Benefits of the Support at Home Program
The Support at Home program is built to make care more flexible, more personalised and easier to navigate for older Australians and their families. It provides practical help at home while ensuring people can stay safe, supported and connected to their community. With a strong focus on independence and quality care, it ensures services are matched to what you need, when you need it.
Our Support at Home Services
Personal Care
Community Care TASMANIA can assist with showering, bathing, grooming, dressing, mobility assistance, continence support, and morning and evening routines.
Help Around the Home
Community Care TASMANIA can help with cleaning, laundry, dishes, changing linen, and general household tasks.
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.
Community Nursing
We know how important it is to stay connected. Community Care TASMANIA, can help with home visits, getting to appointments, community outings, and support to stay connected.
Transport
Community Care TASMANIA can assist with transport to shops, appointments, and social activities.
Home Maintenance & Safety
Community Care TASMANIA can help with minor home repairs, safety checks, and gardening and outdoor help.
Allied Health
Community Care TASMANIA can bring specialists to you. We can assist with physiotherapy, occupational therapy, podiatry, and speech therapy.
Short-Term Care Programs
When you need a little extra support for a short time, our short-term programs are here to help. We can support you at home, assist with your health needs, or provide compassionate end-of-life care.
Restorative Care
Designed to help you regain strength and independence after illness or injury, this service offers a range of allied health and nursing support. We focus on building everyday living skills and helping you stay independent for longer. Support is available for up to 12 weeks, with the option of a further 4-week extension based on assessment.
End of Life Care
In-home end-of-life palliative care focuses on comfort, dignity, and quality of life. We provide emotional and practical support to help people feel relaxed and supported at home for as long as possible. Financial assistance is available to ease the burden during this time, with up to $25,000 in support and services available for up to 16 weeks.
Assistive Technology & Home Modifications (AT-HM) Scheme
This Australian Government scheme provides funding for assistive technology and home modifications to help you live comfortably and safely at home – without the need to save up first. These supports make everyday tasks easier and help you continue doing activities you may no longer be able to manage on your own.
Getting Started with In-Home Care
If you, or a loved one, needs in-home care, here’s how to get started:
1. Initial Consultation
Schedule a free, no obligation catch up with us. We can help you understand the next steps to apply for in-home care funding.
2. Assessment with ACAT
We’ll help get you in touch with the right people to organise your ACAT assessment to determine your eligibility for government funded care.
3. Develop a Care Plan
Once approved for government-funded home care, we’ll work with you to develop a personalised care plan that addresses your specific needs.
4. Begin Services
Once your care plan has been created, we can begin delivering our support services at the times you choose – we work with you.
5. Ongoing Review
As your needs change over time, your care plan can be easily adjusted.
Begin Your Home Care Journey Today
If you, or a loved one needs care at home, here’s how to get started:
Initial consultation
Schedule a free, no obligation consultation with us. We’ll assess your needs and help you understand the next steps to apply for in-home care funding.
Assessment with ACAT
We’ll help you coordinate your ACAT assessment to determine your eligibility for government funded care.
Develop a Care Plan
Once approved for government funded care, we’ll work with you to develop a personalised care plan that addresses your specific needs.
Begin Services
Once your care plan has been created, we can begin delivering our support services at the times you choose – we work with you.
Ongoing Review
As your needs change over time, your care plan can be easily adjusted.
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.
Ways to Fund Support at Home
Community Care TASMANIA provides a range of options to help you fund support around the home. We understand that financial pressures can make it difficult to access the care you need, so we work hard to ensure everyone can receive services that suit their circumstances. Our team can guide you through the application process, help you understand your eligibility, and clearly explain hourly rates and service fees.
The Tasmanian HACC Program
The Tasmanian HACC Program (Home and Community Care) supports older people and those with disabilities to live independently at home. It provides entry-level services like personal care, domestic assistance, transport, and social support for those awaiting or ineligible for government-funded programs, or for short-term support after a significant health event.
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.
Department of Veterans Affairs
The Department of Veterans’ Affairs (DVA) In-Home Nursing program is an Australian Government-funded service available to eligible veterans, war widows, and their dependents. It provides access to qualified nurses who deliver clinical nursing care in the comfort of the person’s home, based on assessed health needs and a referral from a GP.
Services can include health assessments, wound and continence care, medication assistance, chronic disease management, and follow-up care after a hospital stay. The goal of in-home nursing is to support health, independence, and recovery while helping individuals continue to live safely and comfortably at home.
Self- Funded Clients
Community Care Champions offers fee-for-service support to clients across Tasmania. The service assists those unable or ineligible to access, awaiting access, or funded through other means- including insurance or self-funded arrangements. With a simple onboarding process and minimal paperwork, it’s available to all Tasmanians needing short- or long-term assistance.
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