The Complete Guide to Home Care Packages: Level 2
Find out everything that's included in a Level 2 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 $18063.85
Every fortnight, the Government contributes $694.76
Level 2
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 182
hours of care per year
Up to 3.5
hours of care per week
Exists
$500
35%
flat rate
$6322.34
per year
$11741.50
per year
15%
CHCS Services
self-managed
Up to 235
hours of care per year
Up to 4.5
hours of care per week
None
None
15%
low flat rate
$2709.57
per year
$15354.27
per year
What is included in a Level 2 Home Care Package?
If the Aged Care Assessment Team decide your circumstances require Low care needs, then you will be allocated Home Care Package Level 2.
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 2 is $18063.85/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:
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Companionship
We'll make sure there is always someone ready to assist with everyday details and friendly conversation
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Personal Care
Personal Care Services (PCS) is a Medicaid benefit that helps clients with everyday tasks.
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Light Housekeeping
We'll keep your home and clothes clean.
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Meal Preparation
Heat and eat gourmet meals delivered to your door. We'll organise healthy, chef-prepared meals.
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Medication Reminders
Simple reminders to assure your loved one is taking their medications on time.
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Social Outings & Support
Including transport to and from social events or appointments
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Respite Care
We're there as respite if your carers have personal emergencies or obligations
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Laundry
We'll keep your clothes nice and clean
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Gardening
We'll help with mowing, weeding and other minor garden maintenance
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Physio
Our helping hands help keep you mobile
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Occupational Therapy
Participate in activities you find meaningful
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Help with Shopping/Transport
We'll get you to places you need to go.
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Allied Health Services
i.e Podiatrists, dietitians
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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.