Podiatry, Physiotherapy, Myotherapy and other therapies

Is this right for me?

Eligibility for this program is based on your support needs and age. 

If you’re having trouble with everyday tasks and feel that a little support could improve your health and wellbeing, CHSP could be right for you.

To be eligible for this program, you must be aged:

• 65 years or older (50 years or older for Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people), or

• 50 years or older (45 years or older for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people), on a low income and homeless, or at risk of being homeless.

An aged care assessment will determine your eligibility for the funding, including specific services. 

What else could be included?

Home Care Packages are flexible; there may be other care and services that are suited to your needs. Together with your provider, you will need to work out if a care or service that you need: 

• is directly linked to your identified care needs and goals

• will improve your health and wellbeing

• is necessary for you to remain living safely and independently in your home

• can be delivered within your Home Care Package budget, and

• would be considered an acceptable use of government funds.

A Home Care Package should not be used for, and does not replace, care and services that can be accessed through other health programs that you might be eligible for. You should continue to access these, if and when you need them, through your GP and hospitals.How long will it take to get a Home Care Package?

After you have had an assessment and been approved for a Home Care Package, how long it takes to get a Home Care Package depends on what level you are eligible for

How urgently someone needs services can also impact how long it may take to receive a Home Care Package. Those with higher or more urgent needs are prioritised.

How do I get an assessment?

You must meet certain requirements to be eligible for an aged care assessment.

Answer a few simple questions in our eligibility checker tool. If you meet the requirements, you can apply for an assessment straight away.

If your application is successful, you will be referred for an assessment. An assessor will arrange to meet you in person, usually at your own home.

How much will it cost me?

If you are eligible, you’re expected to contribute to the cost of your care if you can afford to. The cost depends on the type of support and the provider. Simple services like house cleaning and meals might cost a few dollars. More complex services like renovation work will cost much more.

Each provider sets their own prices. You’ll need to talk to them to get exact costs.

How long will it take to get a Home Care Package?

After you have had an assessment and been approved for a Home Care Package, how long it takes to get a Home Care Package depends on what level you are eligible for. How urgently someone needs services can also impact how long it may take to receive a Home Care Package. Those with higher or more urgent needs are prioritised.

For people with a medium priority, the expected wait time for an approved Home Care Package is:

Package level Approximate wait time- Level 1: Less than 1 month. Level 2: 3 - 6 months. Level 3: 9 - 12 months. Level 4: 9 - 12 months