Home Care in Canberra, Act

As you grow older, like many older people, you may prefer to remain living independently at home. Some extra help and support can make this possible. Whether you need just a few hours of domestic help each week or daily assistance, we can tailor our services to suit your or your loved one’s needs and wants.

Community Services #1 offers a range of in-home care and support services to support individuals aged 65 years or over through Home Care Packages and the Commonwealth Home Support Programme (CHSP).

The Commonwealth Home Support Programme (CHSP) commenced on 1 July 2015 and is accessible only through the new aged care system called My Aged Care. 

Dementia Australia offers a range of services and programs designed to support you and the person you care for living with dementia. These include counselling services, carer support groups and other programs. For more information, you can contact the National Dementia Helpline.

The BaptistCare Red Hill Social Club provides day respite for older people and people with mild to moderate dementia. We provide a positive, friendly and safe environment with trained and dedicated staff. Meals are provided and clients who are able may be involved in the preparation.

Home Care Packages provide coordinated aged care services which aim to help you stay in your home.  Funding for these packages is heavily subsidised by the Australian Government. 

The VHC program provides a range of home care services designed to maintain health, wellbeing and independence by offering a small amount of practical help on a short-term or ongoing basis.