About HCP funding
HCP funding is allocated based on an individual’s care needs and allows recipients to choose an approved provider, like Anglicare Southern Queensland, to manage and deliver services. HCP offers long term, comprehensive support, and the package includes care management, personal care, nursing, allied health, and domestic assistance to help you maintain your independence.
Additional fees may be required based on financial assessment and individual circumstances.
Levels of Support
There are four levels of Home Care Package subsidies:
- Level 1: Basic care needs (fortnightly subsidy = $409.92*)
- Level 2: Low-level care needs (fortnightly subsidy = $720.86*)
- Level 3: Intermediate care needs (fortnightly subsidy = $1,568.98*)
- Level 4: High-level care needs (fortnightly subsidy = $2,378.60*)
* Subsidy value correct as at 1 March 2025.
Eligibility
To qualify for an HCP, you must:
- Be aged 65+ (or 50+ for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people)
- Require ongoing, coordinated care to live safely at home
- Have an Aged Care Assessment Team (ACAT) approval.
To apply:
Step 1
Check your eligibility
For information on eligibility visit myagedcare.gov.au.
Step 2
Contact My Aged Care to register online or call 1800 200 422.
Step 3
Arrange an ACAT assessment through My Aged Care. An ACAT assessment will determine your eligibility and the level of care you need.
Already been assessed with My Aged Care? Call us on 1300 610 610 and we can support you to access available services that suit your personal needs and goals.
Step 4
Complete an ACAT assessment
Your ACAT assessment will take place in your home, or over phone or video call.
They’ll assess you on factors that determine your eligibility for Home Care Package funding, such as your health, how you’re managing at home and, if you’re currently receiving support.
You will receive an outcome letter within 2-6 weeks of your ACAT assessment, outlining which Home Care Package level you have been approved for and approximate wait time for the funding to be assigned.
Step 5
Receive your package allocation: You will be assigned a package level based on your care needs.
Step 6
Choose an approved provider: Contact Anglicare to develop a care plan tailored to your needs. Call us on 1300 610 610 when your funding is approved or assigned.
Step 7
Receive ongoing care: Your package is flexible and can be adjusted as your needs change.
If you want to access services while you wait for your funding to be approved, please contact us to find out about our fee-for-service options.
Call 1300 610 610.
Is this funding option suitable for me?
HCP is ideal if you require ongoing support with daily tasks, health management, or personal care. If you only need basic assistance, CHSP may be a more suitable option. Or if you only require short-term support, while you rehabilitate from illness or injury, STRC might be appropriate.
What’s included and not included?
Included:
- Clinical advice and support, including nursing care
- Help with housework and gardening
- Minor house maintenance and modifications
- Personal care services
- Help with meal preparation
- Tailored health and wellbeing activities and services
- Support with staying physically active
- Social support and outings
- Transportation
- Allied health services
- Spiritual and pastoral care
- Respite care.
Not included:
- Full-time residential care
- Services beyond allocated funding limits.
Funding options
There are various funding options to help you access care and support at home and beyond. We’ll help you find the best fit for your needs today while also exploring options for the future, so you always have the right support at the right time.
Access our services
We’re here for you. Submit this form or call us to access an Anglicare service or program. Our team is available between 7am and 5pm weekdays on 1300 610 610.
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Getting started
Navigating aged care funding can be daunting, but you don’t have to do it alone. We’re here to guide you through each stage – from understanding your options to securing the support you need. Taking the first step is often the hardest, but with our help, you’ll feel confident and supported every step of the way.
We’re here to help
Get in touch today and let us help you access the right funding and support for your needs.