24/09/2026
From 1 October 2026, eligible Support at Home participants will no longer pay out-of-pocket costs for personal care services.
Personal care can include help with showering, dressing and personal hygiene.
You will not need to pay if:
🔹 personal care is included in your support plan
🔹 you have enough funds available in your Support at Home budget.
These changes will help older people get the daily care they need and support their dignity and wellbeing.
You may still need to pay towards other Support at Home services. You will also need to pay the usual contribution for personal care services you received before 1 October.
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