Home Care Packages (HCP) are one of the ways that older Australians can access affordable care services to get some help at home.

Home Care Packages (HCP) are one of the ways that older Australians can access affordable care services to get some help at home. They are designed for those with more complex care needs that go beyond what the Commonwealth Home Support Programme can provide. Home Care Packages can be an option if you need a coordinated approach to the delivery of your help at home – perhaps because you need help with many everyday tasks, or the care you need is more complex or intensive. Why?You worked for My Aged Care and an older person has contacted you saying that they are looking for assistance to remain living in their home. The older person is 62 years old, has a low-income and is worried that without care and financial support they won’t be able to remain living in their home. Which service should they be applying for?