Level 1

The Complete Guide to Home Care Packages: Level 1

Find out everything that's included in a Level 1 Home Care Package in this guide.

  • Low 15% fee
  • Dedicated care partner
  • $0 hidden fees
  • No daily charge & exit fees

Current annual government contribution is $10271.10
Every fortnight, the Government contributes $395.04


Level 1

Annual Hours of Care

Weekly Hours of Care

Basic Daily Fee

Exit Fee

Total Fee

Care & Package Management Fee

Available funds to spend

35%

Most Providers

Up to 78

hours of care per year

Up to 1.5

hours of care per week

Exists

$500

35%

flat rate

$3594.88

per year

$6676.22

per year

15%

CHCS Services

Self-Managed

Up to 130

hours of care per year

Up to 2.50

hours of care per week

None

None

15%

low flat rate

$1540.66

per year

8730.43

per year

What is included in a Level 1 Home Care Package?

If the Aged Care Assessment Team decide your circumstances require Basic care needs, then you will be allocated Home Care Package Level 1.

The exact contribution from government subsidy for your Home Care Package funds will depend on the results of your income assessment. The maximum government funding in Level 1 is $10271.10/year (including the basic daily fee you need to pay towards the care services yourself).

Types of support your Home Care Package fees can pay for include:

Companionship

We'll make sure there is always someone ready to assist with everyday details and friendly conversation

Personal Care

Personal Care Services (PCS) is a Medicaid benefit that helps clients with everyday tasks.

Light Housekeeping

We'll keep your home and clothes clean.

Meal Preparation

Heat and eat gourmet meals delivered to your door. We'll organise healthy, chef-prepared meals.

Medication Reminders

Simple reminders to assure your loved one is taking their medications on time.

Social Outings & Support

Including transport to and from social events or appointments

Respite Care

We're there as respite if your carers have personal emergencies or obligations

Laundry

We'll keep your clothes nice and clean

Gardening

We'll help with mowing, weeding and other minor garden maintenance

Physio

Our helping hands help keep you mobile

Occupational Therapy

Participate in activities you find meaningful

Help with Shopping/Transport

We'll get you to places you need to go.

Allied Health Services

i.e Podiatrists, dietitians

Other

Ask us what services we provide, or let us know what you're looking for and we'll see what we can do to help.

Why CHCS Services?

You're in good hands with CHCS.

When it comes to Home Care Packages, we provide high quality and tailored in-home care services to those that need them most. Our team is comprised of professional and passionate home carers who go above and beyond to make a difference in the lives of our aged care clients.

We understand that home care can be a big decision, which is why we offer free Home Care Package consultations. This gives you the chance to meet with one of our home carers, ask any questions you may have and get a feel for what CHCS Services can do for you.