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We can help you understand the fees and charges that may apply for our government funded or self funded aged care services.

At Silverchain, we partner with state and federal governments and local health networks to provide a range of in home health and aged care services at no or low cost to you. 

Most of our services are funded by the government. This means if you’re eligible the government pays for all or the majority of the services you receive from us. For services that are partly government funded, you will need to contribute to the cost of your services, if you can afford to do so.

Your contribution will vary based on the type of government funding you have, your financial situation, and the services you receive. We will explain the costs that apply to you, and help you understand your options if you cannot afford to pay. This includes who to contact to answer any questions or concerns.

Our fees allow us to ensure we provide the best care.

Aged care service fees

If you are eligible to receive government funded care, the government may still require to you to make a financial contribution towards the cost of your care. This fee is based on your care needs and financial situation. 

Commonwealth Home Support Programme (CHSP)

We provide CHSP services in Western Australia (WA), South Australia (SA), and Victoria (VIC). 

For prices in metropolitan Melbourne and other enquiries about our CHSP pricing, please contact us for more details.

The government requires you to pay a financial contribution towards your care. How much you may need to pay is detailed in our CHSP Contribution Schedule You can also see our CHSP Co-contribution policy for more information on these fees.  

Home Care Package (HCP)

The Australian Government subsidies your package and provides a fixed amount of annual funding based on your assessed level of care. There are four levels of care which are assessed by the Aged Care Assessment Team (ACAT).

See our HCP Price List for each state:

Depending on your financial situation, you may be required to contribute to your care. We can explain in detail the contributions you may be required to make and the options available if you cannot afford to pay.

Certain fees, such as package and care management, apply to HCPs in addition to fees for your services - see more detail on our HCP fees and charges. These fees are covered by your package, so you don’t need to pay for them separately.

If you require complex services above what your funding provides, you can choose to pay privately for what you need. You may also be eligible for funded services under our health care program arrangements, depending on the state you live in. 

Other funded aged care services

For Transition Care Program (TCP) and Short Term Restorative Care (STRC) service costs in Queensland (QLD) and WA, please speak to your care team directly.

Funded health care services

Most of our health care programs are funded by state governments and are free for eligible clients with a referral. 

This includes programs such as In Home Palliative Care, Home Hospital and Post-Acute Care, and Continence Management and Advice Service (CMAS). For more details, see our range of In Home Health Care Programs. If you want more care than what’s provided in the care program, you can talk to your care team about private services.

Private services

We provide a wide range of health and aged care services privately to meet your needs. For private aged care services in WA see our WA Aged Care Services Price List and WA Private Nursing Services Price List.

For private health and aged care pricing for SA and QLD contact us today for a quote or visit Silverchain Private Care. Our team can assist you to organise your care and understand the costs involved. 

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Why choose Silverchain

Why Silverchain should be your service provider.

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Choosing a provider

Whether you’re starting to consider who your aged care service provider is or are looking for a change, we can help you.

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HCP fees & charges

Fees and charges that are included as part of your Home Care Package.

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In home aged care services

Support to maintain your health and independence, so you can keep doing the things that are important to you.

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In home health care 

Holistic health care and hospital level care at home. 

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Our aged and health care services

We have a comprehensive range of services including in home aged care and health care services.

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Transition care program (TCP)

Funding for services to help you transition from hospital to home.

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Short term restorative care (STRC)

Tailored services to help you manage everyday tasks for up to eight weeks at a time.

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Refer to us

To receive government funded aged care, please contact My Aged Care through their online form, calling 1800 200 422. Alternatively your GP can make an e-referral.

Refer to us

To receive government funded aged care, please contact My Aged Care through their online form, calling 1800 200 422. Alternatively your GP can make an e-referral.