There are two main programs that provide support to people with the goal to remain living safely within their own home.
The programs include:
Commonwealth Home Support Program (CHSP)
The Commonwealth government funded program provides services for people aged 65 years of age or older (50+ for Aboriginal or Torres Strait Island people). To access this program phone My Aged Care on 1800 200 422 or visit www.myagedcare.gov.au
Home and Community Care Program for Younger People (HACCPYP)
This program is funded by the Victorian government and provides services for people with a disability aged under 65 years (under 50 years for Aboriginal or Torres Strait Island people). To enquire about this program, phone Council Council Aged and Disability Services on 9294 5729 or email maroondah@maroondah.vic.gov.au.
Support services may also include:
- National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS)
Council employs a NDIS Transition Coordinator to assist clients to access this scheme - Information, referral and linking to other agencies
- Respite care
- Delivered meals
- Personal care
- Social support (group and individual)
- Home maintenance
- Domestic assistance
- Shopping assistance
