The Home Care Package program was established by the Australian Government to assist older Australians to live independently in their own home. The program is designed to provide flexible, tailored support according to a person’s health care needs. Funding is allocated after formal assessment and can include services to help a person stay:
- WELL AND INDEPENDENT With personal care, nursing, and allied health support
- COMFORTABLE AT HOME With cleaning, gardening, home maintenance and nutritional support
- CONNECTED TO YOUR COMMUNITY With transport and social support services
Eligibility is assessed by the Aged Care Assessment Team (ACAT). If approved, you are allocated funding according to your care needs, helping you continue living at home. There are four levels of funding available under the Home Care Package program:
| Level 1 | Level 2 | Level 3 | Level 4 |
| basic care needs | Low care needs | Intermediate care needs | High care needs |
| $10,371.10* a year | $18,063.85* a year | $39,310.50* a year | $59,593.55* a year |
*The above home care subsidy amounts are correct as of 1 July 2023.