Those considering their options for remaining at home as they age are invited to an information session on the Home Care Package program.
A Home Care Package provides eligible people over the age of 65 years (or over 50 if you are Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander) with personalised support to enable you to continue living independently and safely in your own home and ensure that you maintain your quality of life as you age.
Sunbury and Cobaw Community Health has been an approved Home Care Package provider for over three years and with nearly 40 years’ experience delivering health, wellbeing and support services to Sunbury and the Macedon Ranges, the organisation has a strong connection to the local community as well as an understanding of the importance of the individual making decisions about their care.
The information sessions will give you the opportunity to meet with the team and find out more about how a Home Care Package works.
“We help manage your Home Care Package funds, but you have the freedom to choose the services that best fit your needs and lifestyle,” said Sylvia Franzen, one of Sunbury and Cobaw’s care advisors.
“Every decision is madein consultation with you. Home Care Package recipients direct us as to who they would like the support from, and we help them to find services that meet their individual goals, allowing them to maintain their independence, enjoy familiar surroundings, and stay connected to their local community.”
Sunbury and Cobaw Community Health’s Home Care Packages team is based in Sunbury and Kyneton and new Home Care Package recipients can be seen immediately.
The type of services that the government scheme provides include personal care, gardening, meal preparation, escorted transport services, and allied health services such as physiotherapy, osteopathy, occupational therapy, podiatry and nursing.There are also options to access social and exercise activities in the local community.
The information sessions are being held on Tuesday 17 September at 1.30pm in Sunbury and on Wednesday 25 September at 1.30pm in Kyneton. Refreshments included. To book your place, or to find out more, call 5421 6061 or email hcp@scchc.org.au.
