A Home Care Package is Australian Government funding to pay for a ‘bundle’ of services to meet the care needs of older Australians at home, including gardening, home maintenance, nursing, and many others.
Home care package providers plan a person’s care, quote for services, conduct service provider quality checks and manage the home care package budget.
When you’re researching providers, ask about:
- the organisation’s quality and safety checks
- what fees they charge
- if they offer a choice of service providers
- how easy it is to contact their team if you need to cancel or reschedule a service
- how many phone calls or home visits you’ll receive each year.
Latrobe Community Health Service is a private, charitable and not-for-profit organisation that has delivered home care packages for more than 20 years.
Phone 1800 242 696 today for free and impartial advice.
