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What is the Support at Home program?

Support at Home is an Australian Government in‑home aged care program that helps eligible people over the age of 65 live safely and independently at home. It funds agreed services, products and equipment based on your needs and goals. If you want to learn more about Support at Home, this page explains the basics and what steps you can take next.

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Support at Home Services Explained

Support at Home offers funded services to help you live safely and comfortably at home, including personal care, domestic assistance and allied health. Budgets are set for each category so you can choose what suits your needs. Your contribution depends on your aged care assessment, and a lifetime cap applies to total funding, giving you confidence to plan ahead. Learn more about the four types of support below.

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Types of Support

Clinical support

Nursing, allied health such as physiotherapy, occupational therapy and podiatry.

Independence support

Personal care, help with medicines, transport, social support and respite.

Everyday living support

Cleaning, laundry, shopping, gardening, meal support including help with cooking or ready‑to-eat meals delivered.

Short term pathways

Restorative Care, Assistive Technology & Home Modifications, and End‑of‑life pathway.

Clinical support

Nursing, allied health such as physiotherapy, occupational therapy and podiatry.

Independence support

Personal care, help with medicines, transport, social support and respite.

Everyday living support

Cleaning, laundry, shopping, gardening, meal support including help with cooking or ready‑to-eat meals delivered.

Short term pathways

Restorative Care, Assistive Technology & Home Modifications, and End‑of‑life pathway.

Eligibility

Designed specifically for older Australians.

Support at Home suits people who need more than occasional help at home, often a mix of everyday and clinical supports. An aged care assessment confirms your eligibility and the types of services that best match your needs and goals. Good nutrition supports healthy ageing. Many older Australians benefit from meals that offer the right balance of nutrients, including protein to help maintain muscle mass. Support at Home funding can be used for delivered meals when this type of support helps you live safely and independently at home.

Support at Home Meals

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Did you know 31% of Lite n’ Easy Support at Home customers had difficulty shopping for meal ingredients and 61% had difficulty cooking meals for themselves before starting with Lite n’ Easy?

Customers share that having access to healthy, ready-to-eat meals has reduced stress, supported their independence and given them more time for the things they enjoy.

What to Expect

Your aged care assessor (previously known as ACAT assessment) will guide you through a simple, structured conversation to understand your needs, goals and daily routines. This helps confirm your eligibility and the supports that will suit you best. During your assessment, you can expect: A conversation about your daily activities; questions about safety, mobility and health; discussion of your goals and preferences; recommendations for suitable supports; and information on budgets and next steps. You can also ask questions at any time to make sure you feel comfortable and informed.

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Choosing a Support at Home Provider

Choosing a Support at Home provider

A provider is an organisation approved to deliver funded aged care services. They arrange and manage your care plan to match assessed needs and budget. The right provider explains costs, guides options and coordinates supports like personal care, home help and meal delivery. Use My Aged Care’s tools to compare providers and check pricing. You can change providers if your needs change. Lite n’ Easy partners with over 850 providers nationwide to help you understand how meal support fits within your plan and what contributions may apply.

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What is the Support at Home program?

What is the Support at Home program?

Support at Home Services Explained

Support at Home Services Explained

Types of Support

Eligibility

Eligibility

Did you know 31% of Lite n’ Easy Support at Home customers had difficulty shopping for meal ingredients and 61% had difficulty cooking meals for themselves before starting with Lite n’ Easy?

What to Expect

What to Expect

Choosing a Support at Home Provider

Choosing a Support at Home Provider

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