The Restorative Care Pathway sits under the Support at Home program
From 1 November 2025, Support at Home replaced the old Short-Term Restorative Care Programme.
This short-term help is now called the Restorative Care Pathway. It is designed to help older people build strength, stay independent, and keep doing everyday things at home. The program can include support from health professionals like nurses and allied health workers, depending on their recovery needs.
Contact Multicultural Care for assistance with the Restorative Care Pathway.
Restorative Care Pathway via Support at Home Program
What you need to know
When Restorative Care may be helpful?
- has had a recent fall
- is feeling weaker after an illness or hospital stay
- has reduced mobility and wants to move around more safely [myagedcare.gov.au]
- needs help getting back to everyday tasks like showering, dressing, shopping, or getting out into the community
- could benefit from physio, nursing care, or home safety changes to stay independent for longer
What kind of support is available?
- Between $6,000 and $12,000 worth of funding for services
- All services under the Support at Home Program service list are available
- You may also be approved for Assistive Technology and Home Modifications
How long it lasts
Transition care is usually for up to 12 weeks, and in some cases it can be extended by up to 6 more weeks.
What you may pay
You pay nothing for Clinical Supports, like nursing or physiotherapy. These are fully funded by the government. You will need to contribute to the cost of the Independence and Everyday Living services. Contributions are based on an income and assets assessment.
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
Alternatively, you can contact My Aged Care