When one partner has more complex care needs, the other often steps into role of primary carer. This shift can affect energy levels, daily routines and peace of mind for both people. Learn what support is available.

Support at Home funding covers a range of aged care services but it does come with co-contributions and associated costs.

Did you know giving money to your family could affect your Age Pension and aged care fees? Learn more about Centrelink’s gifting rules.

From 1 October 2026, the Australian Government will fully fund personal care services under Support at Home. Showering, dressing and continence care will move from the independence category to clinical care.

Under the Support at Home program, a mandatory 10% care management fee is automatically deducted from your quarterly budget. This fee covers your dedicated Care Partner, who handles essential clinical oversight, staff scheduling and budget tracking on your behalf.

Older Australians will no longer have to pay co-payments for showering, dressing and continence care under Support at Home once the new rules begin in October 2026. This change will make essential personal care at home more affordable and free up more funding for other supports.

The Assistive Technology and Home Modifications (AT-HM) scheme provides upfront, separate funding under the Support at Home program. Discover who is eligible, what equipment is covered and how to apply for Aged Care home modifications.

Moving into a granny flat with family is a major financial shift that can significantly impact your Age Pension and aged care fees. Learn how Centrelink assesses granny flat interests, how it affects your aged care eligibility, and why formal agreements protect everyone

When both partners need home care, it can be hard to know how Support at Home works for couples. Each person is assessed separately and receives their own budget, even if you live together. Knowing how assessments, fees and shared services work can help couples plan care more smoothly and get better value at home.

Choosing between self-managed and fully managed Support at Home care means balancing control, cost and responsibility. This guide explains what care management includes and helps families decide which aged care option best fits their needs.

Did you know you can access Support at Home funding if you live in a retirement village? Many retirement villages provide these services or in some cases, you may use an external provider.

The Australian Government has just announced a welcome increase to the Age Pension but what does that mean for your Aged Care Fees? Find out what’s changing, why and what (if anything) you need to do.

Approved for Support at Home but no start date in sight? You’re not alone. The new Priority System has changed how funding is released, now your priority category determines how long you’ll wait

Just received your Support at Home funding letter showing only 60% of your budget? Your money is not lost. This guide explains what interim funding means, when the remaining 40% arrives and the critical 56-day deadline you cannot afford to miss.

Support at Home supplements provide essential top-up funding for specific, higher-cost health needs like oxygen therapy, enteral feeding and service-related mental health conditions. Understanding these supplements ensures your budget accurately reflects your care requirements without depleting your core funding.

Worried your Support at Home funding won’t go far enough? By making a few strategic adjustments to your care plan and comparing provider pricing, you can stretch your funding and unlock extra hours of support.

Full pensioners on Home Care Packages are protected under Support at Home. Learn what that means for you, your contributions and new benefits available.