Commonwealth Home Support Programme (CHSP)
A Little Support to Help You Stay Independent
The Commonwealth Home Support Programme (CHSP) provides entry-level support to help older people live safely and independently at home for longer. Services are designed to work with you, helping you maintain your independence and continue doing the things that matter most.
Coordinated Support for Everyday Living
The Support at Home program provides a greater level of coordinated support for people who need assistance with a range of daily tasks, health needs, or personal care to continue living independently at home.
Connecting You with Additional Supports
If your needs extend beyond the services we provide directly, we can help connect you with trusted providers and specialised services that support your goals, health, and wellbeing.
Help Around the Home
Support with everyday household tasks that help keep your home safe, comfortable, and manageable.
Services may include:
General house cleaning
Shopping assistance
Meal preparation support
Gardening assistance
Home maintenance support
These services can make day-to-day living easier while helping you remain independent in your own home.
Support to Keep Living Life Your Way
Practical assistance to help you remain active, safe, and connected to your community.
Services may include:
Personal care
Social support
Respite care
Transport assistance
Home modifications
Allied health assistance
Our team works with you to build on your strengths and support your goals for staying independent at home.
Expert Nursing Care in Your Home
Our District Nursing service provides professional healthcare support in the comfort of your own home. Working closely with your doctor and other healthcare providers, our nurses help you manage your health needs while maintaining your independence.
Support may include:
Wound care and dressings
Medication management and monitoring
Chronic disease management
Health assessments and clinical monitoring
Support following illness, injury, or hospital discharge
Palliative and end-of-life care
Health education and self-management support
Our experienced nurses provide personalised care focused on helping you stay safe, well, and living independently at home for as long as possible.
Healthcare Support at Home
Some people require additional health and clinical support to manage ongoing health needs while remaining at home.
Clinical supports may include:
Nursing care
Occupational therapy
Podiatry
Other allied health services
Learn more about Clinical Care Supports through the Australian Government's Support at Home program.
Fresh, Chef Prepared Meals
Enjoy nutritious, home-style meals without the need to cook.
All meals are freshly prepared onsite by our experienced in-house chef and delivered directly to your home. Our meal service helps support good nutrition, wellbeing, and independent living.
Helping You Stay Connected
Whether it's attending a medical appointment, shopping, or social activities, our transport service helps you get where you need to go.
Transport is provided by our caring staff and dedicated local volunteers, helping you stay connected to your healthcare, community, and lifestyle.
Talk to Our Home Based Services Team
If you would like to learn more about our Home Based Care services, Commonwealth Home Support Programme (CHSP), Support at Home, District Nursing, transport, meals, or other supports available in the community, we're here to help.
Leanne McKenzie
Home Based Services Manager
📞 Phone: (03) 5159 0100
✉️ Email: leanne.mckenzie@omeohs.com.au
Leanne and the Home Based Services team can discuss your needs, explain the supports available, and help you access the right services to remain safe, independent, and connected at home.
Alternatively, contact Omeo District Health and we will connect you with the Home Based Services team.
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