How will Support at Home improve allied health access?

For many older Australians, allied health services—such as physiotherapy, occupational therapy, and dietetics—are crucial in maintaining independence and preventing decline. Under the Support at Home program, changes are expected to increase access and flexibility for these essential services.

What’s changing? 
📌 More streamlined access – Clients will no longer be restricted by package levels, allowing for more targeted funding for therapies like physio, podiatry, and OT.
📌 Emphasis on preventative care – The new model places a greater focus on early intervention, ensuring that allied health professionals can provide preventative treatment rather than just reacting to decline.
📌 Better integration with home care services – Providers will need to ensure stronger collaboration between carers and allied health professionals, improving overall client outcomes.

What does this mean for you? 
If you rely on physio for mobility, OT for home modifications, or dietetics for nutritional support, these services will be more directly linked to your needs assessment rather than being limited by your package level.

At Lifecare Homecare, we’re working to ensure that clients continue receiving timely, high-quality allied health support under the new program.

For more details on the changes visit our Support at Home Information and Updates page or get in touch with our team to learn more about how we can support you and your loved one.