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      Home Care costs

      When considering Home Care for yourself or a loved one, it’s important to know the exact costs involved and ensure the highest quality of care. We’re here to help – call us anytime.

      Home Care costs

      When considering Home Care for yourself or a loved one, it’s important to know the exact costs involved and ensure the highest quality of care. We’re here to help – call us anytime.

      Managing your Home Care budget

      There’s plenty to learn and organise when it comes to starting Home Care. That’s why we have a transparent costs and fees structure* that enables you to understand pricing alongside an awareness of our exceptional level of tailored care and support. And like anything in life, the lowest price does not always represent the best value - especially where quality care is concerned.

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      If you want to take some more time to understand all our fees and charges and the services we provide, this easy-to-understand guide has everything you need.

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      notification *Fees and costs subject to change

      Commonwealth Home Support Programme costs

      HammondCare is a leading provider for the Commonwealth Home Support Programme (CHSP) which provides a helping hand with everyday tasks for people seeking low-level support. It also covers in-home, overnight and other forms of respite care.

      Care services

      Hourly rate

      Monday - Friday (6am - 8pm) $14.75
      Monday - Friday (8pm - 6am) Weekend & public Holidays $22.12

      *For bookings greater than 30 minutes, the charge is based on the pro-rata hourly rate.

      Note: Above amounts do not include GST. Standard 10% GST applies to brokered services only. 

      In-home overnight respite

      Fee per night
      Monday - Sunday $61.92

      Cottage respite

      Standard fee

      Non-subsidised fee
      Monday - Sunday $61.92 $717.60

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      Standard fee

      Non-subsidised fee
      Monday - Friday $21.93 $164.50

      Home Care Package costs

      A Home Care Package (HCP) is a Government-subsidised program for older people with more complex care needs, above what CHSP can provide. The costs below usually come from your Package subsidy, but can also be provided through optional self-funded Private Care.

      Care and support services

      A dedicated and consistent member of our care staff will help around the home to complete daily tasks.

      Hourly rate

      Minimum charge (30-minute booking)*

      Monday - Friday (6 am - 8 pm) $81 $56.70
      Monday - Friday (8 pm - 6 am) $104.75 $73.33
      Saturday $121.50 $85.05
      Sunday $162.00 $113.40
      Public Holiday $202.50 $141.75

      * For bookings greater than 30 minutes, the charge is based on the pro-rata hourly rate. 

      Nursing care

      A consistent team of registered nurses will regularly visit you at home to provide clinical care in the comfort of your own home.

      Hourly rate

      Monday - Friday (6 am - 8 pm) $131
      Monday - Friday (8 pm - 6 am) $169.40
      Saturday $196.50
      Sunday $262
      Public Holiday $327.50

      * For bookings greater than 30 minutes, the charge is based on the pro-rata hourly rate. 

      Note: Above amounts do not include GST. Standard 10% GST applies to brokered services only.

      Care management

      Core advisory and care management services delivered by a specialised care team who are on-hand for initial assessment, care coordination, re-assessment and review of your needs. 

      Package level

      Cost per fortnight (inclusive of the government subsidy only)*
      1. Basic** $70.98
      2. Low-Level** $124.88
      3. Intermediate** $310.80
      4. High-level** $471.24

      * Fees are subject to change based on individual circumstances. Disclosed charges are based on Government subsidy only.

      ** There are four levels of Home Care Packages, which are based on each individual’s assessed needs. 

      Package management

      Package management is the ongoing administration and organisational activities associated with ensuring the smooth delivery of your Home Care Package.

      Package level

      Cost per fortnight (inclusive of the government subsidy only)*
      1. Basic $60.90
      2. Low-Level $107.10
      3. Intermediate $233.10
      4. High-level $353.36

      * Fees are subject to change based on individual circumstances. Disclosed charges are based on Government subsidy only.

      Basic daily fee

      In some cases, Home Care Package costs include a basic daily fee set by the Government. HammondCare At Home no longer charges new clients the basic daily fee.* Instead, you may choose to opt for an additional Private Care Agreement, to extend your home care services outside of your Package.

      Package level

      Basic Daily Fee paid by you Per day

      Basic Daily Per fortnight
      1. Basic $0 $0
      2. Low-Level $0 $0
      3. Intermediate $0 $0
      4. High-level $0 $0

      *From 1 March 2024 HammondCare no longer charges new clients the basic daily fee. 

      Home Care Package funding

      Package level

      Per fortnight

      Annual
      1. Basic $406.14 | Up to 2 hours * $10,588.65
      2. Low-Level $714.28 | Up to 6 hours * $18,622.30
      3. Intermediate $1,554.56 | Up to 16 hours * $40,529.60
      4. High-level $2,356.62 | Up to 20 hours * $61,440.45
      Important Information
      • You may be required to contribute to the cost of your care by paying an Australian Government Income Tested Care Fee and/or Basic Daily Fee. 
      • To find out more about how many hours you could receive in your Home Care Package budget, plus other charges, see our guide. 
      • Want to get an estimate of your Home Care Package fees? Use the  My Aged Care online fee calculator.
      • The Home Care Package funding amounts are current as of 1 July, 2023. More information on contributions is available on the My Aged Care website.

      * Estimation based on a base travel average of 7km per visit and the assumption all available funding is used for care hours and travel, and not for purchase of items.

      Telehealth costs

      HammondCare offers free 24/7 telephone support at 1800 826 166. HammondCare also offers clinical Telehealth support which can provide clinical support over the phone. This service is charged at the following rates:

      Hourly rate

      Monday - Friday (9am - 5pm) $98.25

      Caring for you regardless of your circumstances

      Looking to start the journey of accessing home care for yourself or a loved one and would like to talk to someone about your financial circumstances? You can access free unlimited phone support 24/7. Our friendly HammondCare Support team are available 
      to answer any of your questions; we’re only a call away. 

      Call 1800 826 166
       

      How do I access Government support?

      The Australian Government funds aged care to make it affordable and accessible. The first step to accessing Government-funded aged care services is to call My Aged Care on 1800 200 422 to discuss your needs and to arrange an assessment. Alternatively, you can do an eligibility check online.

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      Respite Care costs

      Respite provides short-term care in your own home so carers can have a break from their caring role. Rates will vary depending on the day and time of booking.

      Hourly rate

      Monday - Friday (6 am - 8 pm) $81
      Monday - Friday (8 pm - 6 am) $104.75
      Saturday $121.50
      Sunday $162.00
      Public Holiday $202.50

      * These hourly rates relate to Home Care Package clients only and do not apply under CHSP.

      Private Home Care costs

      Private care provides the opportunity to receive care above and beyond what can be provided through a Government-subsidised service such as the CHSP and HCP.

      Hourly rate

      Minimum charge (30-minute booking)*

      Monday - Friday (6 am - 8 pm) $98.65 $69.05
      Monday - Friday (8 pm - 6 am) $117.55 $82.29
      Saturday $147.98 $103.59
      Sunday $197.30 $138.11
      Public Holiday $246.63 $172.64

      * For bookings greater than 30 minutes, the charge is based on the pro-rata hourly rate.

      Hourly rate

      Monday - Friday (6 am - 8 pm) $150
      Monday - Friday (8 pm - 6 am) $193.95
      Saturday $225.00
      Sunday $300
      Public Holiday $375.00

      6pm - 6am
      Monday - Friday $335.90
      Saturday $503.85
      Sunday $671.80
      Public Holiday $839.75

      Fixed Rate for day visit commenced
      Monday - Friday (6 am - 8 pm) $949.60
      Monday - Friday (8 pm - 6 am)
      Saturday $1,424.45
      Sunday $1,899.25
      Public Holiday $2,374.05

      Overnight Respite
      Monday - Friday $717.60
      Saturday $717.60
      Sunday $717.60
      Public Holiday $717.60

      Attendance (incl. bus transport)
      Monday - Friday $164.50

      An additional travel fee of $1.30 per km applies for any transport provided outside of your home during each visit, such as hospital visits. 

      Telehealth costs

      HammondCare offers free 24/7 telephone support at 1800 826 166. HammondCare also offers clinical Telehealth support which can provide clinical support over the phone. This service is charged at the following rates:

      Hourly rate

      Monday - Friday (9am - 5pm) $119.47

      Need some help with costs?

      Contact the HammondCare At Home team for personalised advice today on 1800 826 166, or send us a message.

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