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Understanding the cost of care and programs at home

Choosing the right home care shouldn’t be confusing. At VMCH, we make pricing and programs easy to understand. You’ll know what services cost, how funding works, and the range of programs available to suit your needs. Whether you’re eligible for government support or prefer to pay privately, we’ll help you explore care and programs that fit your situation.
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Home Care programs pricing

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Commonwealth Home Support Programme (CHSP)

CHSP is a government-funded program that offers affordable, entry-level support for older Australians.

  • Eligibility: 65+ (or 50+ for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people)
  • Assessment: Through My Aged Care
  • Fees: Government covers most of the cost; you pay a small contribution (VMCH CHSP fees start at $7.00).
CHSP price list
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Support at Home
The Support at Home (SAH) program is a new, government-funded way of delivering aged care at home.
It combines the Home Care Packages program and Short-Term Restorative Care into one simplified system, making it easier to access the right services.

How it works:

  • You’ll have one assessment to determine your care classification
  • Services will be grouped into clinical care, independence, and everyday living
  • You may pay a co-contribution based on your income.

VMCH will support you through the transition and help you get the most from your funding.
Support at Home price list
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Restorative Care Pathway (RCP)

RCP offers short-term support to help older Australians regain independence and delay entry into long-term care. Funded by the Australian Government, RCP includes services like physiotherapy, occupational therapy, podiatry, personal care, and domestic assistance. 

  • Eligibility: Older people recovering from illness, slowing down physically or mentally, or needing help with daily tasks

  • Assessment: Through My Aged Care

  • Fees: Many care services are government-funded, though you may be asked to contribute depending on your individual care needs.
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Private and independent funding

If you’re not eligible for government subsidies, don’t want to wait for funding, or need extra services beyond your package, you can pay privately.

Benefits of private care:

  • No wait times! Start support immediately
  • Flexible choice of services and frequency
  • Competitive hourly or per-visit rates
Contact us for a personalised quote based on your needs.
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Get personalised advice

Our friendly home care team can check your eligibility, explain funding options, and create a tailored service plan and quote.
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