I'm self-funded and want to self-manage.
How it works
Self-management is when you manage the administration of your own care. It gives you the flexibility and choice to decide what services and supports you need to achieve your goals.
Our self-management plan is ideal for private self-funded customers looking to self select and pay as they go for services. You get to decide how and when you receive services to best meet your needs and design and coordinate your own care team and schedule.
Download our how-to guide
Coordinate your care
You’ll get everything at your fingertips to design and coordinate your own care, services and schedule. We’ll help you activate your account so you can start connecting with Helpers, stay in sync with your schedule and keep tabs on your spending all within the one handy app.
We’ll find Helpers that are a perfect match for you
With a simple tap of the app, let us know exactly what support you need and we’ll get back to you within 24 hours with Helpers who closely match your criteria. You can then compare their profiles, send them a request, and chat with them directly to organise and book-in a visit.
Access our network of 1000+ allied health professionals
We can connect you to our huge network of allied health professionals like physios, psychologists, speech pathologists, music therapists - whatever it is you need Australia-wide.
Only tell your story once
Get everyone on the same page with your digital help plan. We’ll work with you on the development of your help plan that is easily accessed via the app. Your Helpers will always know what’s important to you and how to best support you.
Expert support
We’re happy to provide guidance and assist you with any enquiries you have about your Five Good Friends membership or gaining a better understanding of the support and services available in your community.
Access via our mobile app or website
All of Five Good Friends’ self managed tools are available on our mobile app as well as on the web so you can access your account on any device, anywhere, anytime you need.
Lower hourly rates
The unique Five Good Friends model means hourly rates are 16% lower than what most other providers charge.
*Department of Health and Aged Care national median prices for common care services March 2024
Pricing
Starter
$11 /week
A helping hand for those who need just a little extra care.
You'll get:
Coaching and support
Our self management team can assist you with setting up and managing your services
Personalised help plan
A living document that is shared with your Helpers so they know exactly what to do in all scenarios to help you.
Lookout remote care monitoring
Our Lookout technology provides oversight into changes in health and wellbeing
Plus
$27.50 /week
Personalised care for those with more complex care needs.
You'll get:
Coaching and support
Our self management team can assist you with setting up and managing your services
Personalised help plan
A living document that is shared with your Helpers so they know exactly what to do in all scenarios to help you.
Lookout remote care monitoring
Our Lookout technology provides oversight into changes in health and wellbeing
Access to specialist services
E.g. medication management, nursing, manual handling, hoisting, etc.
Allied health referrals
We can refer you to nursing and allied health professionals as required.
Pay as you go
$0 / no membership fees!
Only pay for services as you need them with no membership fees. Simply book and pay for services via the Five Good Friends app.
You'll get:
Coaching and support
Our self management team can assist you with setting up and managing your services
Personalised help plan
A living document that is shared with your Helpers so they know exactly what to do in all scenarios to help you.
Lookout remote care monitoring
Our Lookout technology provides oversight into changes in health and wellbeing
Access to specialist services
E.g. medication management, nursing, manual handling, hoisting, etc.
Allied health referrals
We can refer you to nursing and allied health professionals as required.
Recommended hourly rate
$62
The recommended rate our Helpers charge for their services per hour Monday - Friday.
*Rates may vary depending on individual circumstances, weekends and public holidays.
Nursing
$135 per hour
Nursing services may include: wound care and management; medication administration such as assisting you to take medication; general health and other assessments; and certain medical tests including blood pressure. This does not include the price for goods such as bandages, dressings and continence aids where required.
12-hour overnight care
$350 per visit
Overnight care is ideal for people who need the peace of mind of on-call care through the night.
24-hour care
$660 per visit
This care option provides up to 10 hours of active support within a 24-hour period. It is particularly suitable for individuals who do not have family members nearby or who are unable to provide assistance with caregiving.
Member transport
99c per kilometre
Travel which occurs as a component of service delivery, for example transporting a Member to an appointment or community event. This is commonly referred to as non-labour expenses or fees.
Provider travel
Travel a Helper incurs on the way to or from delivering visits, excluding the first visit of the day. This will be charged based on the Helper hourly rate and capped at 15 min per visit.
Download our how-to guide
Find amazing Helpers 👏
Connect with vetted and verified Helpers who closely match your criteria.
Simply fire off a request that lets us know exactly what support you need and we’ll get back to you within 24 hours with Helpers who closely match your criteria. When you look for a Helper remember to think about what matters to you. You can compare Helper profiles which tell you all you need to know, including their background, skills and interests. If you’re interested in any of them, you can send them your request and if they accept your invitation you’ll be able to chat with them directly and organise to book-in a visit.
Create a digital Help Plan ✍️
It’s never been easier to ensure your Helpers are all on the same page.
We’ll work with you to develop a comprehensive Help Plan tailored to you. You can create goals, define your wants, needs and expectations, identify risks, or assign daily routines so everyone can be confident they’re delivering care according to your plan.
Our Helpers will review your help plan before they attend a visit so they’re well-prepared by the time they check-in with you.
Create a digital Help Plan ✍️
It’s never been easier to ensure your Helpers are all on the same page.
We’ll work with you to develop a comprehensive Help Plan tailored to you. You can create goals, define your wants, needs and expectations, identify risks, or assign daily routines so everyone can be confident they’re delivering care according to your plan.
Our Helpers will review your help plan before they attend a visit so they’re well-prepared by the time they check-in with you.
Sign up today
Be up and running in a matter of moments. Sign up today and start finding and connecting with Helpers immediately.
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Proactive and preventative health outcomes 💪
Lookout is our remote care monitoring technology to provide you that extra peace of mind.
It runs quietly in the background analysing check-out notes left by your Helpers and your approved care network to identify any risks or concerns. These observations raised by the software notify your care team so they can advise whether you need additional or proactive supports.
Track your spending 💸
We’ll help you keep track of everything involving your care expenditure.
We know how important it is for our Members to have transparency and to stay informed and in control. Importantly, this includes visibility and understanding of your finances. That’s why we’ve built financial tools directly into the app to provide access to your current running balances, transaction history, and access to monthly invoices that you can download and print.
Track your spending
We’ll help you keep track of everything involving your care expenditure.
We know how important it is for our Members to have transparency and to stay informed and in control. Importantly, this includes visibility and understanding of your finances. That’s why we’ve built financial tools directly into the app to provide access to your current running balances, transaction history, and access to monthly invoices that you can download and print.
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After receiving the services of Five Good Friends for about 3 years now, they have always lived up to my expectations and meet their own set ideals.
Ross W.
South Australia
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Five Good Friends have always provided the best levels of support for my elderly mother. The staff have always been unwaveringly professional and friendly in their approach. The Helpers have always been extremely caring and helpful.
Craig H.
Western Australia
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Staff are caring, friendly, and go out of their way to help their clients. The app keeps you up to date. Any requests made for services such as new equipment or a re-assessment of a client is acted upon promptly. Overall excellent service!
Lorraine B.
Victoria
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I have been extremely impressed with the whole process of setting up the care for my mother. I really like being able to contact the carers directly if needed. The app is a huge bonus also.
Sharon R.
Queensland
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Great helpers. Better value and more hours than other providers. Pleasant approach by staff in all matters. Genuine interest in the clients needs.
Jeff B.
South Australia
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The service is fantastic, friendly and professional. I love the app where I have the ability to know what’s happening with budget and the weekly calendar schedule. We have been very satisfied with Five Good Friends.
Helen L.
Queensland
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The Five Good Friends carer that was assigned to my parents is amazing! They look forward to her visits and she has made a huge difference in their lives.
Janet R.
South Australia
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The company is very supportive, takes feedback seriously and the support workers are wonderful.
Michelle J.
Queensland
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Before l chose Five Good Friends as my service provider, l had consulted three other companies. They were by far the most flexible and accommodating to meet my real needs. I am well pleased with the outcome.
John W.
Queensland
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I am very happy with the service I receive from 5GF compared to my previous provider. As a matter of fact, I referred other people to them. The whole team are first class.
Ron W.
Victoria
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When I was looking for an aged care provider I decided Five Good seemed to best meet my needs. When speaking with various staff members I have alway been treated with respect and courtesy.
Deidre D.
Victoria
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I appreciate the consistency in always sending me lovely people.
Ian W.
South Australia
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I have been assisted by Five Good Friends now for 2 weeks and already feel my life is changing from an elderly, disabled and anxious woman to a more confident future.
Joan C.
Victoria
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