Home Care Packages Geelong

We offer services at the four Home Care Package levels in Geelong, ranging from basic care needs to more complex support for people with chronic health conditions or limited mobility. Here’s what we provide:

• Level 1 Home Care Package – this level of care provides a basic level of help to make it easier for you to live at home. It includes support services such as domestic assistance, personal care, and transport in the community.
• Level 2 Home Care Package – this level of care level provides support for people who have intermediate care needs. This can help with managing your medications, regular support with personal care tasks, and therapies such as physio, occupational therapy, and podiatry services.
• Level 3 Home Care Package – this level of care is applicable to those who have medium to high care needs. It might involve having a nurse provide specialised care at home, modification to make your home safer to live in, mobility and independent living aids such as scooters and walkers, assistive technology, and increased hours of carer support at home.
• Level 4 Home Care Package – this is the highest level of care that is offered in a Home Care Packages, and it’s suitable for those who have high care needs for complex, ongoing conditions. It includes 24/7 care and health monitoring, nursing care at home, personal care, assistive technology, and home modifications to keep you safe.

Are you looking for someone to provide a Home Care Package level 3 in Geelong? Our team of aged carers and registered nurses offer person-centred support for older people with complex care needs. To discuss your situation, please get in touch today with our customer support team. We’re always here to help.

At Home Caring, we know that each person is unique, with their own care needs and circumstances. It’s important to be supported by a carer who you like, and can build a great rapport with. It matters that you are fully comfortable with the team that’s supporting you.

Before you sign up for home care with us, you’ll have an opportunity to meet your case manager, learn more about our services, meet your support worker and get to know them, and chat about what you would like your care to look like. We also work with you to create a care plan that’s tailored to your needs, so you get the care you want.

We are open to feedback throughout your care journey, and our case managers meet with you regularly to check in and ensure you are happy with your support team. If at time you’re not happy with our support or you have issues that you need to discuss, we’re here to listen and adjust our services to better meet your needs. Your satisfaction is important to us, and we want you to be an active agent in your care.

Need a provider for a level 3 Home Care Package in Geelong? Home Caring offers tailored packages to suit people with basic to complex care needs. To learn more about our approach to home care, please get in touch with our excellent support staff. We’d love to help.

Having high care needs shouldn’t stop you from living at home and being in the local community. Home Caring provides support for seniors who have high care needs, and have been allocated with a level 4 care package in Geelong. We provide an exceptional standard of care from professionals that work closely with your support network to ensure your health and wellbeing.

Our services include:

• Specialist nursing care at home
• Personal care
• Mobility support and transfers
• Stoma support and PEG feeding
• Therapies such as podiatry, occupational therapy, physiotherapy
• Domestic assistance
• Transportation to events and appointments
• Social connection and companionship
• Mental health care and counselling
• Home modifications
• Mobility and independent living equipment
• Respite care
• Meal management and hydration
• Continence management
• Palliative care
• Dementia care
• 24/7 support for high care needs

Our highly qualified nurses, care workers and aged care experts provide bespoke support that is informed by years of learning and experience. We’ll work closely with you, or your loved ones, to provide quality care that truly meets your needs. To learn more about getting a Home Care Package level 4 in Geelong, please get in touch with our support team.

How much a Home Care Package costs varies, based on what your financial situation is, and the level of care you are approved for. The government provides funds for Home Care Package recipients, making it much more affordable to access quality care in your home. To cover the rest of the cost, you may need to make a contribution towards the care of your services. This is paid through the following fees:

• A basic daily fee – set as a percentage of the age pension, this is a daily amount that you need to contribute towards the cost of your care.
• An income-tested care fee – you may be asked to contribute a certain amount to the cost of your care, based on your financial situation. Your government subsidy will be reduced by the amount you are assessed as eligible to pay.
• Any additional fees that are charged by your provider for their services.

Home Caring provides affordable home care packages in Geelong that are designed to use your government funding in the most cost-effective way possible. We’ll ensure that you only get the services you need, and make your package go as far as possible. To learn more about our support team, please get in touch with our customer support staff.

A Home Care Package is designed to be flexible and customisable to your unique needs and circumstances. Depending on the level you have been approved for, you can use your package for:

• Help with personal care tasks
• Meal preparation
• Feeding and hydration (including PEG feeding)
• Continence management and stoma support
• Mobility assistance
• Independent living aids and assistive technology
• Domestic assistance to keep your home tidy
• Home modifications to help you live safely
• Transport to events, appointments and classes
• Social support and companionship
• Therapy such as physio, occupational therapy, dietetics and podiatry
• Nursing services at home for chronic conditions
• Wound care and health monitoring
• Garden care and home maintenance
• Day programs and exercise classes to help you stay healthy
• Support for your mental health
• 24/7 support for complex needs
• Care for people living with dementia

Please note that your Home Care Package cannot be used for expenses such as grocery shopping, utilities such as water and electricity, rent and mortgage repayments, day to day items, discretionary spending or holidays.

Need someone to provide a Home Care Package Level 2 in Geelong? Home Caring provides exceptional support from nurses and care workers who are local to your area. Enjoy quality support in your own home from a team you can trust. To learn more about our approach to aged care, please get in touch with our customer care team.

To be approved for a Home Care Package, you first need to complete an ACAT assessment, to determine whether it’s the best solution for your care needs. Applying for an assessment is relatively simple – go to the My Aged Care website and fill out the online form, or call My Aged Care on 1800 200 422. You’ll need your Medicare card handy and a form of ID, and you’ll also be asked questions about your living situation and care needs. You can also ask a friend or family member to apply on your behalf.

If you might be eligible for a Home Care Package, an ACAT member will give you call and arrange for a time to visit you for a face-to-face assessment. When they visit, the team member will chat to you about how you’re coping at home, any health issues you have, and what type of care might best suit your needs. You can also ask any questions that you may have, and learn about care services in your area. You don’t have to be assessed alone – you can have someone with you for support the whole team.

After your ACAT assessment, the team will decide whether you are eligible for a Home Care Package. If you have approved for one, you’ll receive a letter from My Aged Care that states what level you are approved for. You’ll then be placed in a national queue until your Home Care Package is available to you.

Do you need a provider for an level 3 Aged Care Package in Geelong? We’re happy to help you out. Home Caring’s team of care professionals provide level 3 services, including personal care, nursing services, help with the housework, transport to appointments, therapies, and more.  To organise a free consultation, please get in touch with our customer service team.

Home Caring’s team combines years of experience with a best practice approach to home care. To ensure we provide high quality care, we comply with the Australian Aged Care Quality standards, which clearly expresses what good care should be like.

Whether you need a higher level 3 Aged Care Package in Geelong or a lower level of support, Home Caring has you covered. To find out more about our experienced carers and high standard of care, please get in touch with our customer staff team.

Yes, you can. Home Care Packages can be transferred from one provider to another, and you’ll always have a say over who provides you with support. If you need to change providers at any time, whether you’re moving house or looking for someone who better meets your needs, notify your current provider and they’ll let you know the process. Just be sure to check any conditions in your service agreement, such as providing a notice period, or any exit fees that might apply.

Are you approved for a home care package level 1 in Geelong, and want to change providers? Home Caring provides personalised care that is based on your unique needs. We’re more than happy to guide you through the process, so please get in touch.