Self-Funded Care
If you’d like to pay for your own care, self-funded care is a great option. You can choose the services you need and have them when you want, without waiting for government approvals.
Why Choose Self-Funded Care?
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You can start services straight away—no waiting.
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You can design a care plan that suits your lifestyle.
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You get full control over the care and services you want.
Commonwealth Home Support Programme (CHSP)
If you’d like to pay for your own care, self-funded care is a great option. You can choose the services you need and have them when you want, without waiting for government approvals.
What You Get with CHSP:
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Help with household chores and cleaning.
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Personal care like showering or dressing.
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Social support to keep you connected.
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Affordable options with small co-payments.
Home Care Packages (HCP)
If you need more support, Home Care Packages offer more help for everyday tasks and healthcare needs. There are four levels of packages, depending on how much help you require. You’ll need an assessment through My Aged Care to see which level suits you.
The Four Levels of HCP:
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Level 1: Basic support, like help with shopping or cleaning.
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Level 2: Low-level care, including some health services.
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Level 3: Intermediate care for more complex needs.
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Level 4: High-level care for those who need regular support.
My Aged Care Price Guide
| Home Care Package level | Daily government subsidy rate | Fortnightly government contribution |
|---|---|---|
| Level 1 | $29.01 | $406.14 |
| Level 2 | $51.02 | $714.28 |
| Level 3 | $111.04 | $1,554.56 |
| Level 4 | $168.33 | $2,356.62 |
Pricing may have changed. For the latest pricing, please refer to: My Aged Care
Glow Health Care Australia Price Guide
| PRICING PER DAY | Level 1 | Level 2 | Level 3 | Level 4 | ||||
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| Day | Fortnight | Day | Fortnight | Day | Fortnight | Day | Fortnight | |
| FULLY MANAGED | ||||||||
| Care Management | $3.19 | $44.68 | $5.61 | $78.57 | $12.21 | $171.00 | $18.52 | $259.23 |
| Package Management | $3.19 | $44.68 | $5.61 | $78.57 | $12.21 | $171.00 | $18.52 | $259.23 |
| SELF MANAGED | ||||||||
| Care Management | $1.45 | $20.31 | $2.55 | $35.71 | $5.55 | $77.73 | $8.42 | $117.83 |
| Package Management | $3.19 | $44.68 | $5.61 | $78.57 | $12.21 | $171.00 | $18.52 | $259.23 |
Prices are adjusted in accordance with the latest My Aged Care guidelines and are displayed in numerical format. For a more detailed pricing guide, including transport and household cleaning, please refer to the links below..
