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The Support at Home Program has replaced Home Care Packages under the new Aged Care Act from 1 November 2025.

We’re here to help you understand your options and get the support you need. Learn More.

Home Care Update – Support at Home started on Nov 1st. Learn More.

Get Matched With Trusted Post-Surgery Home Care in 20 Minutes

Receive FREE, independent support to help you find the right local post-surgery home care services, based on your recovery needs and location. We provide:

  • Guidance from our local placement specialists who understand your support needs
  • A personalised shortlist of suitable home care providers
  • Accurate, real-time availability from trusted local providers

 

Answer a few quick questions and take the uncertainty out of choosing the right home care.

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Why Families Trust Aged Care Decisions to Find Home Care for Post-Surgery Recovery

Access to Australia’s Best Post-Surgery Home Care Providers

We work with Australia’s largest network of home care providers, experienced in supporting people during recovery after surgery, and helping families across metro, regional, and rural Australia.

We Help Over 150,000 Families Each Year

Each year, more than 150,000 families use Aged Care Decisions to help compare home care providers and make confident choices at home.

100% Free & Independent Service

Our service is 100% free for families. Home care providers pay a standard placement fee, so our role is to help you find the right fit, not to push a particular provider.

The Benefits of Choosing a Home Care Provider Experienced in Post-Surgery Recovery Care

Recovery after surgery can be a vulnerable time. Pain, reduced mobility, fatigue and temporary limitations can make everyday tasks difficult, particularly in the first weeks after returning home.

While general home care can assist with basic tasks, a provider experienced in post-surgery recovery understands the importance of safe movement, pacing activity and supporting rehabilitation goals.

The practical benefits of a matched provider include:

  • Safe mobility and transfers: Support with walking, getting in and out of bed or chairs, and reducing fall risk.
  • Wound and recovery awareness: Understanding post-operative precautions and when to escalate concerns to medical professionals.
  • Medication routine support: Assistance with pain relief and medication schedules as prescribed after surgery.
  • Rehabilitation-friendly care: Supporting exercises or therapy routines recommended by health professionals, without overexertion.

 

Aged Care Decisions connects you with providers who understand these recovery needs. By matching you with teams experienced in post-surgery care, we help support safer healing and a smoother return to independence at home.

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How We Support You in Finding the Right Home Care

We help you save time, minimise stress, and connect with reliable, readily available home care providers who are best equipped to help people recovering post-surgery. Here’s how our free matching service works:

STEP 1

Get Personalised Advice Within 20 Minutes

Within 20 minutes of submitting your details, one of our Aged Care Specialists will call you. This is a supportive conversation to understand the type of surgery, current limitations and what help is needed during recovery. We’ll ask about routines, safety concerns, personal care needs and how symptoms are changing, so we can match you with providers experienced in post-surgery care.

STEP 2

Receive a Shortlist of Providers With Real Availability

Once we confirm your needs, location, budget and preferences, we get to work straight away. Using our live database of home care providers, we create a Personalised Options Report tailored specifically to your situation. You’ll receive your report by email shortly after your call. It includes a focused list of providers with real availability, all of whom are experienced in post-surgery recovery support.

STEP 3

Choose the Right Provider With Expert Support

Your Aged Care Specialist will walk you through your options, explain the differences between providers and help you narrow down your shortlist. Once you’ve chosen your favourites, we can contact providers on your behalf to arrange introductory calls or meetings. You stay in control of the decision; we simply make the process easier.

STEP 3

Start Care With Ongoing Support if Needs Change

When you’re ready to move forward, we’ll guide you through the next steps, including service agreements, start dates, and what to expect during your first few visits. And if care needs change or a provider doesn’t feel like the right fit, let us know. Your Aged Care Specialist can refresh your options and help you find a better match.

Common Post-Surgery Home Care Services We Can Connect You With

Post-surgery home care focuses on safety, comfort and supporting recovery milestones. Our placement specialists can help you find support for:

  • Personal care and hygiene: Assistance with bathing, dressing and grooming while mobility is limited.
  • Mobility and safety support: Help moving safely around the home and preventing falls.
  • Medication and pain management support: Assistance with medication routines as prescribed.
  • Meal preparation and household tasks: Support with cooking and light chores during recovery.
  • Transport to appointments: Help attending follow-up appointments or physiotherapy sessions.

 

Choosing a provider experienced in post-surgery recovery can help reduce complications and support a more confident return to daily life.

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We’re Here to Help You Get Started

If you are unsure where to start, this is a simple first step.

You do not need to have everything worked out. You just need a clearer picture of your options.

We are here to help you move forward with confidence, not pressure.

Get started today, and our team will contact you to discuss your care needs, budget and personal preferences. 

It’s free, obligation-free and takes around 2 minutes to complete.

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Home Care FAQ's

Is your service really free for families?

Yes, our service is 100% free for families. There are no hidden fees and no obligations whatsoever.

Providers pay us a set, industry-standard fee on placement. Every home care provider in Australia, pays the same fee, regardless of their size and location.

Our goal is to help you find the home care providers that best suit your needs, with no pressure to choose any particular provider.

We only partner with approved Australian home care providers. For post-surgery recovery, we prioritise providers experienced in short-term and rehabilitative support.

We are 100% independent. Providers cannot pay to influence recommendations. Matches are based solely on your needs, location and current availability.

No. You are under no obligation to choose any of the providers we recommend. Our goal is to give you clear, available options so you can decide what feels right.

That’s fine. Many families use our service to understand what’s available in their area before they are ready to start. We can help you plan for the future.

Yes. We work with providers across Australia, including regional and rural locations.

You’ll usually hear from an Aged Care Specialist within 20 minutes. We’ll confirm your needs and begin matching you straight away.

If the initial options don’t feel like a good fit, just let your Aged Care Specialist know. We can refine the search based on your feedback and look for alternative providers.

With the Support at Home Program now starting on 1 Nov 2025 and new out-of-pocket fees coming, now’s the perfect time to sign up with a provider and save on fees until 1 Nov or review your current one to ensure you’re getting the best support. Get your free list of providers and compare now.