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Who cares?
Often, people associate the term “carer” with a specific image or scenario. The first thing that comes to mind is that of a paid professional looking after someone in a medical setting. However, in Australia, there are almost 2.65 million unpaid carers. That is one person in 9. So, do you care? Many people wouldn’t consider themselves carers; they see themselves supporting someone they are emotionally connected to, whether a partner, family member, parent, or child. You may be an unpaid carer without realising that you are. Unpaid carers’ main responsibilities typically involve shopping, housework, cooking, home maintenance and providing transportation. How much do you care? The unpaid care provided…
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Getting the support you need, when and how you need it.
How does the Government support you to age well at home? At Bridges, we often get asked what the difference is between the Commonwealth Home Support Programme (CHSP) and Home Care Packages (HCP). Both offer government subsidies to provide access to community programs and services. However, they do it differently, let’s take a look! Commonwealth Home Support Programme (CHSP) The Commonwealth Home Support Programme (CHSP) provides organisations, like Bridges, with funding to offer a range of subsidised entry-level support services. Most Bridges consumers have enjoyed our programs with the support of CHSP subsidies paid to us over the past decade, and more. As a not-for-profit community organisation, we only charge…
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Can your parent choose their own service provider?
Your parent can choose their own service provider. They’ll likely want to continue with their previous provider because they are familiar with the people in the processes. Some Home Care Providers or their representatives may not offer the option to your parent. It’s important that they understand that it is their choice. If your parents are receiving home care assistance, they can choose their own service provider. However, there are a few factors to consider before making a decision. Firstly, assessing your parents’ specific needs and determining what level of care is required is important. Once this is established, it’s useful to research different service providers in your area and compare…
