The content on this page has been updated to align with the new Aged Care Act, which came into effect 1 November 2025.
The Commonwealth Home Support Programme (CHSP) provides basic support at home. You can generally access one or two services a week, which might include cleaning, meal preparation, transport, social support or help with dressing or showering.
The CHSP manual (below) has useful information about
- your eligibility
- determining what services are in scope
- access to emergency CHSP services
- wellness and reablement approaches in CHSP
- provider responsibilities.
The transition to Support at Home program will be no earlier than 1 July 2027.
Documents and external links
Learn more about the Commonwealth Home Support Programme. These documents and websites offer help, strategies, and practical information. Brief descriptions are provided for each document or link.
Commonwealth Home Support Programme guide
Download the comprehensive guide from My Aged Care, explaining how the Programme helps you to receive support at home and in your daily life.
Commonwealth Home Support Programme manual
The CHSP manual provides an overview of the Commonwealth Home Support Programme (CHSP), including the service types it funds and requirements for delivering those services.
