Reform update
The Australian Government is in the process of implementing changes across both in-home and residential aged care services to address the findings from the Royal Commission into Aged Care, Quality and Safety 2021 Final Report. These changes will have a positive impact on the way care is delivered, placing older Australians at the centre of their care and ensuring that systems are in place to meet their changing needs.
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The reformed and improved in-home aged care program is due to be rolled out from July 2025. We’re here to help you and your organisation get ready for these changes to ensure a smooth transition. As information is released, we’ll keep you updated with everything you need to know!
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Support at Home to be rolled out in two stages
From 1 July 2025, Support at Home will replace the existing Home Care Packages (HCP) Program and Short-Term Restorative Care (STRC) Programme.
The Commonwealth Home Support Programme (CHSP), which provides lower levels of support to older people to help them remain at home, will transition to the new program no earlier than 1 July 2027.
The staged approach will give all CHSP providers time to change their business systems and adjust to new payment arrangements. This will ensure they can operate successfully under Support at Home and avoid disruptions for their clients.
Read more about the proposed timings and introduction of the Support at Home from the Australian Government website.
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