Your Side experts find that for over 65s, the answer is yes but most people start planning for the future later than they should.
There is a six to 12 month waiting list for Home Care packages so it’s important to start planning earlier even if you feel 100 per cent.
The first step to receiving a Home Care Package is to register with My Aged Care (free call 1800 200 422).
Once that happens, it can take six to 12 weeks to review your needs. If it’s an emergency, it can happen in a week. For example, if you have just been discharged from hospital.
Your Side has a wide range of services available to support you.
You might choose meals, cleaning or personal care, in a mix that works for you. You might prefer to make changes to your home to make it safer or just need some social support and reviews of your needs.
“I have a cleaner and my carer Deb goes shopping with me. She’s lovely and we’ve become friends. She spoils me!” says 89-year-old Gloria.
Ann Marie says: “Your Side home care is absolutely wonderful! We love staying independent at home, but couldn’t do it without them.”
Give the friendly Home Care Package team at Your Side a call today on 1300 134 332 or email hcpreferrals@yourside.org.au.
