Home Care Package is a Commonwealth Government funded home-based program.  It aims to assist older Australians to stay at home for as long as appropriate.  This Program allows eligible customers to purchase services that are in the list of Inclusive Items.  Below are some inclusions

When you access the allied health services, the professionals must be registered with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) or self–regulated by another national professional association.

GEAT refers to items that help you to manage a range of health conditions, reduce risk of falls, assist with daily activities that may present a challenge or minimise your reliance to your family.  These items include bendable cutlery, walking sticks / frames, raised toilet seas and those costly supports such as scooters, specialised chairs, wheelchairs and modified beds.  There are three categories for GEAT items:

Prescribed GEAT
Bed transfer rails, walking frames, scooters.

Under advice GEAT
Toilet frames, shower chairs, kitchen stools, magnifiers, personal alarms

Low risk GEAT
Jar openers, long handled shower sponges, long handled dustpan and brush, sock aids, large print calendar

Support Services Connect Australia is a 100% Free service and will reduce your and your family’s time and stress to find a Provider to meet your needs, requirements, and preferences.

Give us a call on (03) 9123 4560 and we will help you to find a Home Care Package provider.

Alternatively, you can complete our online registration form and we will contact you within 48 business hours.