Support at Home

The Support at Home Program is a new initiative from the Australian Government that provides government funding to eligible older Australians over 65, so you can access support services at home.

It combines several current in-home care programs into one streamlined and fair system, designed to help older Australians remain living independently in their own homes for longer with the right level of support.

The new program commences 1 November 2025 and will replace the Home Care Packages program and Short-Term Restorative Care program.

Key Features

Eight funding levels are available, with services grouped into three main areas — Clinical Supports, Independence, and Everyday Living.
You can also access funding for home modifications, assistive technology, restorative care, and end-of-life care.
10% of your quarterly budget is set aside for care management to help coordinate your services.
You can roll over up to $1,000 or 10% of your quarterly budget (whichever is higher) into the next quarter, giving you a bit of flexibility with your funds.

Support at Home Services

Clinical Supports

Nursing and Allied Health services

Independence

Personal Care, Social Support and Transport

Everyday Living

Domestic Assistance and Home Maintenance

Support at Home Classifications

The Support at Home program will replace the current four Home Care Package levels with eight funding classifications, ranging from $11,000 to $78,000 per year.

Support at Home Classification	Approx. Quarterly Budget	Approx. Annual Budget

1	$2,750	$11,000
2	$4,000	$16,000
3	$5,500	$22,000
4	$7,500	$30,000
5	$10,000	$40,000
6	$12,000	$48,000
7	$14,500	$58,000
8	$19,500	$78,000

If you’re currently on a Home Care Package, there’s no need for a reassessment. You’ll automatically move into a Support at Home classification that matches your existing package.