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Commonwealth Home Support Program

CHSP is for people who are mostly independent but might need help with a few everyday tasks. It’s entry-level support to help you stay safe and well at home.

CHSP is for older people who are mostly independent but need help with a few everyday tasks.

This might include meals, transport, cleaning, nursing, allied health, social support, or planned respite. It is entry-level support to help you stay safe and well at home. The CHSP is still operating now and is due to continue until at least 30 June 2027.

Help with one or two jobs at home

Staying independent for longer

Starting with low-level support

Commonwealth Home Support Program

What you need to know

Who does the CHSP suit?

Help with one or two jobs at home
Occasional nursing visits, social outings or planned respite
Staying independent for longer

Eligibility

To be eligible for this program, you must be:

65 years or older, or
an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander person and aged at least 50, or
homeless, or at risk of homelessness, and aged at least 50.

What you may pay

You will usually be asked to pay a contribution, but not the full cost. The amount depends on the services you use and what you can afford. Get in touch for a confidential conversation about pricing.

Let us help you

Our Care Advisors will help you navigate the Australian Government Age Care system.

Simply fill out the form and we will assign a language-appropriate Care Advisor to help you get started.

Speak with a Care Advisor

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Alternatively, you can contact My Aged Care

Services available as part of the Commonwealth Home Support Program

We provide many everyday services that ensure you are getting the most out of your day-to-day.

Garden & House Maintenance

Domestic assistance

Nursing Care

Allied health and other therapeutic services

Personal care

Social support and community engagement

Respite

Transport

Centre Based Respite Groups & Social Support

Frequently Asked Questions

CHSP is a government-funded program that helps older people live at home for longer. It can support you with a small to medium level of help at home. It includes things like;
- meals
- transport
- cleaning
- personal care
Multicultural Care can talk with you about what support may suit your needs.
CHSP is usually for older people who need some help to stay independent at home.
You may be eligible if you:
- find daily tasks harder than before
- need support after illness or a hospital stay
- want help to keep safe and well at home
Family or friends can also contact us to ask questions on your behalf.
Services can vary, but may include:
- Help at home (like cleaning or light chores)
- Personal care (like showering support)
- Meals (meal support or delivery)
- Transport (getting to appointments or shopping)
- Social support (groups or visits to reduce loneliness)
- Basic home maintenance (small jobs to help you stay safe)
If you already get services, we can also review what you get and adjust it if your needs change.
You can ask for:
- an interpreter
- information in a way that is easier to understand
- support that respects your culture, food choices, and beliefs
Please tell us your preferred language and anything that matters to you.
CHSP services may have a small fee. The fee can depend on:
- the type of service
- how often you use it
- your situation
We will explain any costs before services begin. If money is tight, let us know as there may be options to help.
You can talk to us any time if:
- your needs change
- you want to change days or times
- you are going on holiday or into hospital
- you want to pause or stop services
We can also help if you have feedback or a complaint. We will listen and take you seriously.

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Commonwealth Home Support Program