Care At Home | Respect Aged Care

How it works

Want to know more about the process? Our Care Managers are ready to help. They know how the care at home process works inside and out, and can get you started on your journey in receiving the care that you deserve.

Here are some of the topics they can help with:

Navigating the Government agencies (MyAgedCare & ACAT)
How to apply for Home Care Packages
Help with Government forms
Help with prioritising your package
Assistance to access private homecare services

Areas of assistance we offer:

Independence at home

Domestic assistance and general house cleaning
Changing bedding and laundry
Meal and food preparation
Shopping or shop by list
Transportation

Personal care

Personal hygiene
Grooming, dressing and bathing, showering
Medication prompting and administration
Continence care

Health and wellbeing

Individual social
Group social programs
Dietitians, eat well, live well program
Stay connected with technology
Respite services
Wellbeing and check ins

Balance and mobility

Allied health
Occupational home assessments
Personalised physiotherapy
Podiatry
Falls prevention
Exercise programs
Mobility aids

Home and garden maintenance

Home maintenance
Safety and monitoring equipment
Minor modifications
Regular lawn mowing, pruning and gardening
Garden safety maintenance
Spring cleaning

Nursing and clinical care

Clinical and risk management
Medication management
Pain management
Chronic disease management

How much does care at home cost?

The cost for receiving care at home is based on the level of support needed.

We can assist you to apply for a government-funded home care package to cover the costs associated with services based on your preferences and care needs. In some situations, the government may require you to pay an income tested care fee towards your care needs. The income tested care fee is based on your financial assets.

Home Care Packages

The Australian Government may provide a funded package to help you receive care at home. You will be allocated a package (Level 1, 2, 3 or 4) based on a Government assessment.

A Home Care Package gives you flexibility in care at home services and once assigned a package level, you will need to budget the monthly allocation across your chosen services.

Level 1

This package is assigned to those needing a basic level of care.

For individuals who approach basic everyday tasks with a bit of difficulty, a personal carer can make life easier.

Personal care
Meal preparation
Shopping
Social support
Light chores

Annualised funding: $9,179.75

Level 2

This package is assigned to those needing a low level of care.

When individuals feel challenged by everyday tasks, care at home can be a great relief.

Personal care
Meal preparation
Social support
Light home & garden maintenance
Transportation to/from appointments

Annualised funding: $16,147.60

Level 3

This package is assigned to those needing an intermediate level of care.

As individual's care needs evolve, additional services may be required in line with their health needs.

Personal care
Shopping and meal preparation
Medication management
Memory and/or behavioural support
Allied health support
Social support
Transportation to/from appointments

Annualised funding: $35,138.55

Level 4

This package is assigned to those needing a high level of care.

As individuals develop complex care needs, this package can assist receiving a range of support services.

Personal care
Nursing care
Meal preparation
Help with assistive technology
Assistance with home safety modifications
Medication management
Allied health support
Activities to support memory
Transportation to/from appointments
Behavioral support

Annualised funding: $53,268.10

*All services are available across all levels depending on your needs and available funding.

Partnership throughout the process

The cost for receiving care at home is based on the level of support needed and your financial situation. You may qualify for financial assistance from the Australian Government through a Home Care Package.

Whether you qualify for a Home Care Package or not, our Care Managers can help you understand how to best use your budget. Ask us about our:

Transparent pricing
Zero exit fees
Low package and administration fees

First, let's get to know each other.

Our expert team will help you navigate through Australia’s aged care system to get the ball rolling. No question is a bad question, so before our talk, make a list! We’re happy to answer any and all enquiries in Australia.

To ensure that the assigned carer is a great fit

To ensure that the assigned carer is a great fit, we’ll perform a needs assessment. During this process, we’ll ask questions regarding requirements, concerns, description of surroundings and even likes and dislikes.

Finally, let's set up a tailored plan.

Once we have a complete understanding of needs, your assigned Respect Care Manager will tailor a plan that promotes safe and supported living. Our carers are screened for empathy to ensure you'll receive kind, compassionate assistance at home.

Hours & fees

The Australian Government may provide a funded package to help you receive care at home. You will be allocated a package (Level 1, 2, 3 or 4) based on a Government assessment.

A Home Care Package gives you flexibility in care at home services and once you’re assigned a package level, we can help you create a budget in line with your chosen services.

See our Home Care Pricing for details

How can I learn more about receiving a Home Care Package?

A Respect Care Manager is ready to assist. Contact us to get started or visit MyAgedCare.

Frequently Asked Questions

Safety

How do I know that we are safe with a Respect carer?

Additional benefits

Besides providing a helping hand, what else can I get out of having support at home?

Career opportunities

I would like to be a caregiver. Are you hiring?

Process

How can I prepare for my ACAT assessment?

Process

Can someone join me during the assessment?

Fees

Is there a cost involved with the ACAT assessment?

Process

Will an income assessment be done?

Support

We can't wait for a Home Care Package. What services can Respect assist with immediately?

Funding

What can and can't I use Home Care Package funding for?

Service

How many hours of service am I entitled to?

Fees

Does Respect have an exit fee?

Support

How can I switch to Respect from another provider?

Service

Do Respect Home Care support workers have training and qualifications?

Flexibility

Can I choose my own Home Care support worker?

Service

How can I add or cancel a service?

Check in with us

Our certified personal carers take pride in their career. In fact, they’ve made it their mission to improve the quality of life for the people they care for. So, your feedback is integral throughout our provision of services. Together, we’ll evaluate, share suggestions, and as needs change, we’ll adjust the plan to ensure your satisfaction is always met.

Have questions?

Looking for further information on how to get care at home? Please provide your info below and we’ll get back to you, plus send you an info kit brochure about Care at Home.

Would you rather talk to us? Give us a call on 1300 144 144

Live life your way, in the comfort of your own home.

Live life your way, in the comfort of your own home.

How it works

Areas of assistance we offer:

Independence at home

Personal care

Health and wellbeing

Balance and mobility

Home and garden maintenance

Nursing and clinical care

How much does care at home cost?

Home Care Packages

Level 1

Level 2

Level 3

Level 4

Partnership throughout the process

First, let's get to know each other.

To ensure that the assigned carer is a great fit

Finally, let's set up a tailored plan.

Hours & fees

How can I learn more about receiving a Home Care Package?

Frequently Asked Questions

Check in with us