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Personal care on Support at Home: no more out-of-pocket contributions from 1 October 2026

From 1 October 2026, you won't pay a contribution for approved personal care on Support at Home. Here's what it means for you and your budget.

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"I still have places to go": How changing home care providers helped Shayle continue living life on her own terms

Discover how changing home care providers helped Shayle stay independent, connected and active in her community. Learn how personalised support can help older Australians continue living well at home.

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What early home care support looks like: types of home care services and when to start

Changing NDIS and disability providers: Your step-by-step guide for 2026

Thinking of switching home care providers? Here's what you need to know first

Why retirement village operators choose Five Good Friends as their care partner

NDIS impairment notice explained: What it means for funding

When caring for an elderly parent becomes too much, home care can help families reconnect

How to start the care conversation with your parent

Understanding the NDIS: Eligibility, funding, and how it works

Can you get the NDIS after 65? What you need to know about NDIS eligibility

Aged care planning: When is the right time to start a home care plan

How planning home care early gives families peace of mind

How early planning and personalised at-home aged care helped Joan stay independent.

How to stay safe in extreme heat: 7 essential tips for Australians

Full Service Membership for in-home aged care: Pauline & Tony’s story of independence

Self-managed vs fully managed home care — What is the difference?

Your AT-HM funding is only the beginning — Here’s how we make it work for you

Introducing our Programs for Living Well

Why more families are choosing Five Good Friends as their self-managed home care provider

20,000 new Home Care Packages announced: Supporting more Australians to live well at home

How NDIS support helps Barry thrive at work and in his community

How caring support at home helped Keith age in place with purpose

Should you self-manage your home care?

The benefits of using a registered NDIS provider

What supports aren't funded by the NDIS?

What you need to know about accessing the NDIS

What can NDIS funds be used for?

High quality home care: How we match you with your ideal Helper

How empowering our workforce with learning delivers better care

The Support at Home program explained: What’s changed in aged care and what it means for you

Easy read: Changes to NDIS funding and budget

Understanding aged care government funding

The benefits of self-managed home care

Understanding Support at Home budgets, pricing and contributions

What can Support at Home funding be used for?

NDIS self-managed vs plan managed vs NDIA managed

What is the difference between CHSP and Support at Home (formerly HCP)?

Ageing in place in Australia: How to stay independent at home

How we use home care technology to support Members and their families

How to choose a home care provider: A complete guide

NDIS vs DSP: Key differences and can you get both?

Best side hustles for seniors in Australia: Life after retirement

How our team supports NDIS participants everyday