What is SAH
Support at Home is an Australian Government-funded aged care program designed to help older people live independently in their own homes for as long as possible. It officially began on 1 November 2025, replacing the previous Home Care Packages Program and the Short-Term Restorative Care Program.
The program provides a coordinated approach to care, which can be particularly helpful if you need assistance with many everyday tasks or have more complex care needs. It also introduces a defined list of services and a structured funding model to improve access to care.
How does it work?
If you are approved for Support at Home, you are assigned a classification from 1 to 8 based on your assessed care needs. This determines your funding level. You then choose a service provider and work with them to decide on a mix of services that best fits your needs and budget. You can change this mix at any time or request a reassessment if your needs change.
Primary age eligibility
People aged 65 and over
This is the main group the program is designed for.
Exceptions for younger people
There are specific exceptions for people aged 50 and over who are:
- Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander
- Homeless or at risk of homelessness
