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A Home Care Package is government-funded support for older people to receive services at home, such as personal care, nursing, or household help, with four levels based on needs; you choose a provider to manage your budget and deliver tailored services to maintain independence.

You're generally eligible if you're 65+ (or 50+ for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people) and need help with daily living due to age-related issues, assessed via My Aged Care; there's no strict income test, but an ACAT assessment determines your package level.

Start by contacting My Aged Care at 1800 200 422 for screening, followed by an ACAT assessment to evaluate needs; if approved, you'll join a national queue, which can take weeks to months, and then select a provider to activate services.

Waiting times vary by package level and demand, from a few weeks for lower levels to over a year for higher ones; interim options like the Commonwealth Home Support Programme can provide basic help while you wait.

Services include personal care (e.g., bathing, dressing), domestic help (e.g., cleaning, meals), health support (e.g., nursing, therapy), social activities, and equipment; they're customized to your care plan and can be adjusted as needs change.

The government subsidizes most costs, but you may pay a basic daily fee (up to about $11) and an income-tested fee based on your finances; low-income individuals can get exemptions or reductions to ensure affordability.

Yes, you have the freedom to select any approved provider that suits your needs, and you can switch at any time without losing funding; notify My Aged Care of changes to ensure seamless transition.

Request a reassessment through My Aged Care for a potential upgrade to a higher package level; your provider will update your care plan accordingly, or you may transition to other options like residential care if home support is no longer sufficient.