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Support at Home program handbook

Support at Home program handbook

Guidance,
Last updated

This resource outlines the design and key components of the Support at Home program, effective from 1 July 2025. It provides guidance for aged care providers on service delivery, budgeting, and assessment processes, helping older people remain independent at home. It also details regulatory requirements and transition from existing programs. This resource may refer to information that will be updated from 1 July 2025 to align with the new Aged Care Act and Quality Standards.

Author
Australian Government Department of Health and Aged Care
External Link
https://www.health.gov.au/resources/publications/support-at-home-program-handbook
Key Theme
Care coordination and transitions
Standard
7: The Residential Community
Outcomes
7.2: Transitions
Support at Home program handbook
 

Acknowledgement of Country

In the spirit of reconciliation, the Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of Country throughout Australia and their connections to land, water and community. We pay our respect to their Elders, past, present and emerging and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.