The New Support at Home Program: What You Need to Know
At Hub and Spoke Health, we are committed to keeping our clients and their families informed about changes in the aged care sector. One of the biggest upcoming changes is the introduction of the Support at Home Program , set to begin on 1 July 2025 . This program will replace existing in-home aged care services, including Home Care Packages (HCP) and the Short-Term Restorative Care (STRC) Programme , with the Commonwealth Home Support Programme (CHSP) transitioning by July 2027 . Why the Change? The goal of the Support at Home Program is to enhance support for older Australians, enabling them to live independently at home for as long as possible. This streamlined program will provide simpler access, improved service coordination, and fairer funding models . Key Features of the Support at Home Program 1. New Assessment & Classification System A Single Assessment System will determine eligibility and funding levels. Participants will be classified int...