25 September, 2026 | Resources
Will the savings in your Home Care Package simply disappear under Support at Home? It’s understandable to worry. If you’re asking what happens to unspent support at home package funds, the answer depends on when they were accumulated. Unspent Home Care Package funds...
21 September, 2026 | Age Pension, Financial, General, Resources
Nearly 40% of Australians over 67 depend on the full Age Pension to cover their everyday costs. So it makes sense that the first question most people ask when planning for retirement is simple: how much is the age pension in Australia, and will it still be there if my...
20 September, 2026 | Commonwealth Home Support Programme, Resources, Support at Home Program
What if the biggest change to your home care was actually no change at all? The news that the Government backs down on CHSP merger with Support at Home has brought a much-needed sigh of relief to nearly 840,000 Australian seniors. Navigating the constant stream of...
14 September, 2026 | General, Resources, Support at Home Program, Transport
Picture Margaret. She’s just stopped driving, and this week her friends are meeting for their usual game of lawn bowls without her. She’s worried this is how it’s going to be from now on. If that fear feels familiar, you’re not alone. Handing...
21 August, 2026 | Aged Care, General, Resources
Last month, Margaret sat at her kitchen table, staring at a home care statement that didn’t seem to add up, feeling that familiar knot of anxiety about hidden fees. If you’ve ever felt pressured into services you didn’t ask for or struggled to...
20 August, 2026 | Financial, Resources, Support at Home Program
If you’ve worked hard to fund your own retirement, why does the aged care system often feel like it’s designed to leave you behind? Many Self Funded Retirees and Support at Home assessments lead to the frustrating conclusion that you’ll be paying for...
18 August, 2026 | General, Resources, Support at Home Program
What if you could install a walk-in shower or upgrade to a motorised wheelchair without losing a single hour of your weekly personal care? Many seniors worry that essential home changes will drain their daily support budget, leaving them with less help for cleaning or...
14 August, 2026 | Aged Care and Retirement Living, Residential Aged Care, Resources
Most families dread the moment they have to research nursing homes because they picture cold, clinical corridors and rigid hospital schedules. If you are looking for a more domestic, person-centred approach, hammond care has become a benchmark in the Australian...
11 August, 2026 | Aged Care, Commonwealth Home Support Programme, General, Resources, Support at Home Program
Could the essential help you rely on at home simply vanish because of a government name change? For many Australian seniors, the shift from a system they know to a completely new framework feels like a source of unnecessary stress. It’s completely normal to feel a...
9 August, 2026 | Aged Care, Aged Care Assessment, Resources, Support at Home Program
Did you know that the median Support at Home wait time currently sits at 347 days? Receiving your assessment outcome should feel like a significant milestone, but the subsequent silence while waiting for funding often brings more anxiety than relief. It’s...
2 August, 2026 | Aged Care, Aged Care Assessment, Commonwealth Home Support Programme, Home Care and Respite Services, Home Care Services, Resources, Support at Home Program
Choosing a home care provider is one of the most consequential decisions your family will make, yet most Australians approach it the same way they’d choose a tradesperson: a quick search, a few phone calls, and a gut feeling. That’s a problem when your...
1 August, 2026 | Ageing Health and Wellbeing, General, Resources
Did you know that nearly 50% of older Australians living in the community or in aged care are currently at risk of malnutrition? It is a confronting statistic that highlights a growing concern for families across the country. You might notice that the physical strain...
31 July, 2026 | Aged Care, Financial, Residential Aged Care, Resources
Imagine needing help with daily tasks today, only to find the government assessment waitlist stretches well into next year. It’s a common scenario in 2026, where the transition to the new Support at Home program has left many families feeling stuck in a queue....
30 July, 2026 | Aged Care Assessment, General, Resources
What if the biggest barrier to staying in your own home isn’t your health, but simply not knowing how to unlock the right financial support? Many Australians worry that essential changes, like installing a ramp or upgrading a bathroom, will lead to massive...
29 July, 2026 | Aged Care, Ageing Health and Wellbeing, General, Resources
Navigating the world of aged care can feel like learning a new language, with terms like "personal care," "complex care," and "clinical care" often used interchangeably. Understanding the differences is crucial, as it directly impacts the...
22 July, 2026 | Aged Care, Home Care and Respite Services, Home Care Services, In Home Care for Elderly, Palliative Care, Resources, Respite Care, Sponsored, Support at Home Program
Empowering Australians to Live Life Their Way Navigating the aged care and disability support landscapes can be complex, yet the desire to remain independent at home remains universal. HomeCaring stands as one of Australia’s most trusted in-home care and NDIS...
13 July, 2026 | Aged Care, Aged Care Assessment, General, Residential Aged Care, Resources
Did you know that 54% of families feel completely unprepared when they start searching for senior living options? When you are standing in a polished foyer, it is easy to be distracted by the decor, but knowing exactly what to look for in an aged care home is about...
11 July, 2026 | Resources, Support at Home Program, Technology
What if the most effective way to help your parents stay safe and independent wasn’t a complicated gadget, but a discreet system that works quietly in the background? It’s completely normal to feel overwhelmed by the rapid pace of digital change. You might...
1 July, 2026 | Ageing Health and Wellbeing, Dementia, Resources
As of March 2026, dementia has officially overtaken heart disease as the leading cause of death in Australia, yet the way we approach cognitive care is undergoing a radical shift. For years, seniors have been told to simply "eat well and stay active," but we...
30 June, 2026 | General, News & Current Events, Resources, Safety, Support at Home Program
What if you could force your home care provider to pay back every cent they overcharged you? For too long, seniors and their families have felt at the mercy of complex fee structures and hidden costs. With the transition to the Support at Home program that began on 1...
