Commonwealth Home Support Programme
The Commonwealth Health Support Programme (CHSP) can assist you to stay living in your own home for longer
Tailored support services for short term or medium term use
The Commonwealth Home Support Programme can support you when you just need a small amount of assistance in and around the home. You can choose from a small set of services to meet your needs.
How to get started
Funding types
Find out what government funding might be available to you. You could be eligible for subsidised services or a Home Care Package.
Talk to an expert
Get in touch to see how we can help you apply for funding through My Aged Care. We’ll give you the support you need throughout your application and assessment.
Receive ongoing personalised support
We’ll work with you to define your needs and goals, so you choose the right services to support you to live independently in your own home for longer.
Home Care Services available in your area:
Enter your suburb or postcode to find which Home Care services are available in your area. To find out more about the availability of specific services, please phone 1300 160 170.
Other funding options available
Home Care Packages
A wide range of tailored services to support you to remain living in your own home for longer.
- Reassurance. Once you have a package, it stays in place for the long term
- Four levels of funding based on your needs
- Funds that are dedicated to your needs each year, putting you in control
Private funding
Pay as you go for the services you need.
- Choose from our full range of services
- Pay per individual booking
- A great solution whilst waiting for government funding or if you don’t yet qualify for funding support
Already have the Commonwealth Home Support Program?
Switch to Australian Unity today to get the support you need from one of Australia’s oldest and most trusted
service providers.
The Australian Unity difference
- We've spent more than 175 years supporting Australians
- Government approved - Use your Home Care Package
- Ongoing support - We're with you for the journey
- Flexible and personal care tailored to you
- Wide range of services to meet your needs and goals
- We’ll be there for you if your needs change
Phone 1300 160 170
for a discussion.
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