How funding works

ECHO provides home care services through two Commonwealth Government programs:

1) Commonwealth Home Support Program (CHSP)

The CHSP funds basic home support for older people who just need a little help to keep living independently. It covers a specific range of daily tasks, home modifications, transport, social support and nursing care. It also funds respite services to give carers a break.

For more information about ECHO’s services under this program, visit MyAgedCare here:

For general information about the CHSP visit MyAgedCare here.

Download ECHO’s current fees for services under the CHSP by clicking here.

2) Support at Home (SAH)

The Support at Home program has replaced the Home Care Package program.

For general information about the SAH program, visit MyAgedCare here.

Download ECHO’s current fees under a Support at Home package here.

What people say about ECHO

‘I would like to thank the staff of ECHO for the patience shown to me this past week. It has been hard for me to let go of more of my independence, but thanks to ECHO (the family I don’t have) and the lovely girls who provide my service I feel more relaxed and happy than I have for a long time.’

Jackie

Assessing your eligibility

To qualify for either of the funding schemes you’ll need an in-person assessment (usually in your home) to determine what types of services you can be funded for.

You can organise an assessment on the My Aged Care website here.

If you’ve been approved for a Level 1, 2, 3 or 4 Home Care Package, you then choose your own service provider like ECHO.

You’ll find more information on the programs online at My Aged Care

Plus you can call the My Aged Care helpline on 1800 200 422.

You’re also welcome to chat with an ECHO Client Advisor by calling 9271-7011.