How To: Respond to Clinical Recommendations
If you’ve received a clinical recommendation from one of our Clinical Nurses through the HomeMade platform, please follow these step-by-step instructions to respond to the recommendation. Please note that completing your response is a multi-step process. You’re required to: Acknowledge that you have received and understand the recommendation we have provided; and Accept or decline […]
Understanding Self-Management
A Home Care Package, when allocated, must have at least one care manager to administer the way your Home Care Package funds are spent. There are fully managed plans (managed by someone other than yourself) and self-managed plans (managed by you, or if you prefer, a family member or friend you trust). Homemade provides the […]
Being Connected: A Guide for Seniors on Online Safety
In today’s digital age, the internet has become an integral part of daily life for people of all ages. However, navigating the online world can sometimes feel daunting. From cyber scams to identity theft, there are various potential risks in the digital realm. Nonetheless, everyone, including older individuals, can stay safe and secure online with […]
Choosing Your Support Workers
Self-managing your Home Care Package gives you the freedom and joy of handpicking your support workers. In this guide, we’ll assist you in making the right choices. If you’re unsure about negotiating rates or ensuring the quality of support matches the cost, below we provide some helpful tips in navigating these conversations. What Makes Good […]
Staying Independent
Most people don’t think about aged care until they need to. But these days, support for older Australians is a lot more flexible. If you ask older Australians what they aspire for as they age, chances are, ‘remaining independent’ will be amongst the top goals. Nowadays, Australians are redefining aging, aiming to stay in the […]
Your Home Care Package Guide
Published October 2023 What is a Home Care Package? A Home Care Package (HCP) is funding provided to older Australians by the federal government. The funding is designed for longer-term home-based support to aid older Australians to remain living independently in their home. Four levels of government funding are available, and an assessment of needs […]
Home Care Package Self-Management: How It Works
Published October 2023 Everyone who is approved for a government-funded Home Care Package (HCP) can choose to self-manage. This option gives you greater choice and control, more hours of support and better value, overall. Why self-manage your home care package? Before the policy of Consumer Directed Care was fully introduced in 2017, having a home […]
You’re On a Waitlist
Navigating the journey of obtaining a Home Care Package can feel like a long and winding road. Once approved – the waiting period can be particularly challenging, but understanding the process and knowing what to expect can help ease the experience. The great news is you’ve met the eligibility requirements and will now have a […]
Switching to HomeMade
We’re thrilled that you’re considering switching to HomeMade. It’s a positive step towards receiving quality home care services. To make your transition as seamless as possible, we’ve provided some essential information below and outlined the key steps involved in the switching process. Three Steps to Switching: Step 1: Notify Your Current Provider and Confirm […]
What Are Clinical Reviews?
Early intervention generally means better health outcomes. As your dedicated home care provider, your safety and wellbeing is of paramount importance to us as we partner with you to achieve the goals you’ve set for your Home Care Package. We also have certain provider obligations to fulfil, and as such have various safeguards in place […]
