Staying in Place
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InCasa Country has partnered with the Beverley CRC to assist older residents to get access to support services and care at home. The CRC is committed to helping our older residents, by cutting through the complexity of accessing federal funding and managing support care workers to better support you living at home.
Step 1 - Make an appointment at the CRC who will arrange an assessment with My Aged Care. To qualify for an assessment, you must meet these age requirements - you are 65 years or older (50 years or older for Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people). Step 2 – My Aged Care assessment team will come out and do an at home assessment. Step 3 – If you’re eligible, My Aged Care will allocate you a Home Care Package. Step 4 – Sign on with Incasa via the CRC, to develop and activate your Home Care Package. Step 5 – The CRC will organise and manage a dedicated team of support workers for you. |
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What things can I access if I’m on a Home Care Package?
If you’re eligible for a Home Care Package from the Commonwealth Government, funding is made available to assist with the costs in staying at home. You may be eligible for:
Personal Care – assisting you to perform essential self-care tasks
Domestic Assistance – supporting you to complete everyday household tasks
Home Maintenance – Assistance with maintenance of your home and garden
Meal Assistance – Assisting with meal preparation or meal delivery
Transport Services – Helping you get to appointments or activities outside the home
Social Support – Keeping you connected to your local community and hobbies
Respite Care – Providing relief to carers
Clinical Care – Access and coordination of key health professionals to suit your individual care plan
Personal Care – assisting you to perform essential self-care tasks
Domestic Assistance – supporting you to complete everyday household tasks
Home Maintenance – Assistance with maintenance of your home and garden
Meal Assistance – Assisting with meal preparation or meal delivery
Transport Services – Helping you get to appointments or activities outside the home
Social Support – Keeping you connected to your local community and hobbies
Respite Care – Providing relief to carers
Clinical Care – Access and coordination of key health professionals to suit your individual care plan
How do I know if I could be eligible for a Home Care Package?
If you are over 65 and currently needing help at home due to health or mobility issues, please contact our office to make an appointment. A doctor’s referral is NOT necessary.
What if I have a partner, would I still be eligible for a Home Care Package?
Absolutely, if you’re over 65 and currently needing help at home due to health or mobility issue you may be eligible. Both partners, if eligible can receive a Home Care Package each.
What if I’m already receiving some home services but feel I need more help as I’m getting older, am I eligible?
If you are currently receiving home care services but your health or mobility is declining and you’d like more help at home, we can arrange a re-assessment through My Aged Care. Make an appointment at the CRC and we’ll have an informal chat about your circumstances, discuss the next steps to ensure you stay happy and safe in your own home.
How does this program support our community?
InCasa Country are dedicated to supporting local CRC’s, fostering local employment opportunities, purchasing from local suppliers ie pharmacy. It means the funding allocated to local people, is spent locally. The best part..... your plan management and ongoing support is 100% local.
What’s the difference between CHSP (HACC) and a Home Care Package (HCP)?
A key difference is: when you describe your level of need, it can determine which initiative you are eligible for: CHSP is intended for seniors requiring 1 or 2 basic services, either in the short-term or on an ongoing basis. HCP are for people who need more services. There are 4 tiers of HCP to meet varying levels of need: basic, low, intermediate or high.
What are the average waiting times to receive an assessment?
Once your ACAT assessment request has been lodged through My Aged Care, the waiting time is between 6-8 weeks. You can call My Aged Care on 1800 200 422 or if preferred, the CRC can do this on your behalf.
What is the average waiting time to receive my package once I’ve had my ACAT assessment?
If you're approved for a Home Care Package, you're placed in the Government’s national queue until your package is allocated to you. Wait times vary depending on what level of package you're approved for. For people with a medium priority, the expected wait time for an approved Home Care Package (starting from the date on the letter of approval) is:
- Level 1: Less than 1 month
- Level 2: 3-6 months
- Level 3: 12-15 months
- Level 4: 6-9 months
Once I’ve been allocated a Home Care Package, when can I expect home support services to start?
Great news, once you’ve received your approval and referral code from My Aged Care, the CRC can get you signed up that day. After lodging your details to InCasa Country, we can have support workers within a week or two depending on your needs and availability.
Make an appointment today
Please call us if you have any questions about the program and how the CRC can help you and your loved ones remain comfortable at home. Appointments are essential.
Contact details:
Samantha Fricker
141 Vincent Street Beverley
9646 1600
[email protected]
Contact details:
Samantha Fricker
141 Vincent Street Beverley
9646 1600
[email protected]
