We all want to be happy. And we would like our parents to be happy as well. To be well-cared for, respected and comfortable.
And you or one of your parents might be at the age where they would like to have someone taking care of their needs. For example, reminding to take the pills on time or cooking a delicious meal.
That wish to see our loved ones content and at ease comes from our love and sincerity for them. And being sincere is one thing that we at Circle of hope services are filled with. The care and warmth we promise you as your aged care provider in Wiley Park is not something that we take lightly.
And here are a few reasons why
As an approved provider under the My Aged Care Home Care Packages (HCP) program, we offer government-funded services backed by strict quality standards.
Our sincerity is reflected in our actions. From your first phone call, we take the time to understand what you need and what brings you happiness. The support plan we draw up and every recommendation we make is based on your comfort, not our convenience.
We offer different types of care. Do you need us once a week? Daily? Permanently? Or only while you recover from a hospital stay? We have got you covered.
We explain everything upfront, from government funding to any out-of-pocket costs. With us, you don’t have to worry about complicated paperwork or hidden fees.
From registered nurses (RN) to Care Planning and Assessment Staff, the people on our team put in their best efforts, so you can receive top-tier support while creating an environment where you feel safe, respected and comfortable.
We said above that we are a government-registered aged care provider in Wiley Park. But what does that mean? And what is the My Aged Care Scheme?
The government introduced the My Aged Care Scheme (which now also includes the Home Care Packages (HCP) Scheme) to provide affordable services to the elderly in Australia. It is particularly for those who have more complex care needs than what the Commonwealth Home Support Package can provide.
There are a few requirements that you need to meet to qualify for the scheme before applying for the assessment. These are:
You can also check your eligibility using the eligibility checker on the official government website. They will ask you a couple of questions to determine whether you qualify for the assessment.
After getting the green signal from the eligibility checker, here is what you will have to do:
We want our elderly to stay independent and comfortable. That is why we offer different kinds of care, depending on your or your loved one’s preference. These are mentioned below:
We offer four levels of Packages under the HCP Scheme, each with some or all of the services listed below:
Note: This list is not exhaustive of our wide range of services. To learn more about which services are included in each package, you can contact us (details given below).
Q1: How do I get funding from the government?
A: You begin by registering with My Aged Care (1800 200 422) and get an ACAT assessment. Once you qualify, a budget will be allocated to you based on your needs and you can choose your package along with your service provider.
Q2: How long until care starts?
A: Once your package is approved, we usually start within 4 – 6 weeks (sooner if we can coordinate services quickly).
