Support At Home Levels & Budgets Explained
As of November 2025, Support at Home has officially replaced Home Care Packages in Australia.
There are now 8 funding levels, each with a different budget and level of support.
If you're wondering:
How much funding does each level provide?
What support is included at each level?
Which level covers daily care or nursing?
Here’s a clear breakdown.
What Is Support at Home?
Support at Home is the Australian Government’s in-home aged care program, accessed via My Aged Care.
It provides government-funded support to help older Australians remain independent at home.
Funding is allocated across 8 levels, depending on care needs - from light domestic support through to complex clinical care.
How Support at Home Funding Works
After an assessment, you are assigned one of eight levels based on your care needs.
The higher your support needs, the higher your funding level.
Funding is allocated quarterly but commonly discussed in annual amounts.
Support at Home Levels
Level 1
Approx. $10,730 per year
(About $2,680 per quarter)
Best suited for people who need light help at home.
Typical supports:
- Cleaning
- Laundry
- Simple meal preparation
- Occasional assistance to stay organised
This level focuses on maintaining independence.
Level 2
Approx. $16,030 per year
(About $4,000 per quarter)
Designed for those needing regular domestic help and some personal care.
Typical supports:
- Ongoing cleaning
- Grocery assistance
- Shower supervision
- Light personal care
Level 3
Approx. $21,960 per year
(About $5,490 per quarter)
Suitable for people needing consistent weekly support.
Typical supports:
- Personal care
- Mobility assistance
- Community outings
- Support with routines
Level 4
Approx. $29,700 per year
(About $7,420 per quarter)
For people requiring frequent assistance.
Typical supports:
- Regular personal care
- Transport to appointments
- Physiotherapy or occupational therapy
- Increased supervision
Level 5
Approx. $39,700 per year
(About $9,920 per quarter)
Designed for those needing multiple weekly visits.
Typical supports:
- Ongoing personal care
- Community participation
- Higher frequency of services
- Some clinical input
Level 6
Approx. $48,110 per year
(About $12,030 per quarter)
For people requiring daily care.
Typical supports:
- Daily showering and hygiene
- Medication support
- Nursing involvement
- Monitoring health conditions
Level 7
Approx. $58,150 per year
(About $14,540 per quarter)
High-needs support with strong clinical oversight.
Typical supports:
- Chronic condition management
- Regular nursing care
- Complex medication management
- Structured care plans
Level 8 (Highest Level)
Approx. $78,100 per year
(About $19,530 per quarter)
For people with complex health needs.
Typical supports:
- Significant daily assistance
- Registered nursing
- Allied health coordination
- Clinical management
How Is Your Level Determined?
Your Support at Home level is determined following an assessment arranged through My Aged Care.
Assessors consider:
- Personal care requirements
- Medical conditions
- Cognitive function
- Safety risks
- Ability to live independently
Higher care complexity = higher funding level.
Every day, we help individuals, families and providers use their Support at Home funding to connect with experienced, vetted care workers who fit their needs and routines. Whether someone is looking for light domestic support or more regular personal care, having visibility over who is delivering that support matters. Careseekers makes it easier to find the right worker, build consistency, and structure care in a way that feels practical, transparent and empowering.
To find aged care services, please visit www.careseekers.com.au/services/aged-care-workers
To become a care or support worker, please visit www.careseekers.com.au/carer
To make a referral, please visit https://www.careseekers.com.au/referrals
To find disability support services, please visit www.careseekers.com.au/services/disability-support-workers
