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The early release of 20,000 Home Care Packages is a welcome step forward — and we're ready to help.

Written by Joanne Isaac, Senior Manager (Communications and Campaigns) with integratedliving

integratedliving Australia welcomes today's announcement from the Federal Government of 20,000 Home Care Packages to be released immediately.

CEO, Nick O'Callaghan said: "We welcome the announcement of additional Home Care Packages to provide older Australians with the support they need to live safely and independently at home."

If you or someone you care about has been waiting for a Home Care Package — or already has one and wants to switch — our compassionate team across NSW, VIC, QLD, TAS and the ACT is here to help you — with home care tailored to you that grows as your needs do.

From 1 November 2025, the Support at Home program will be part of the government's aged care reforms to simplify care for older Australians. It will replace the Home Care Packages (HCP) and Short-Term Restorative Care (STRC) programs.

The new system will streamline funding and services across eight levels of care, offering up to $78,000 per year in support.

For more information, visit our Support at Home page.