Aged Care & NDIS

CHAC's Aged Care and NDIS services provide culturally safe support that values dignity, independence and connection. We offer tailored programs for older community members and people living with disability, ensuring care that respects Culture, strengthens wellbeing and empowers individuals to thrive.

In addition to the management team, our Aged Care and NDIS Services Team comprises of 14 carers, support workers and maintenance staff combined.

Services Available

Home & Community Care Program

The Tasmanian Home and Community Care (Tas HACC) program funds community services for Tasmanians under 65 years of age or under 50 for First Nations peoples, and their carers to live independently at home if their capacity for independent living is at risk due to:

• a health events

• living with an ongoing health condition people that need ongoing support and do not meet the eligibility for the NDIS.

The service aims to help people stay well in their own homes.

CHAC is funded to provide:

• Home Maintenance

• Meals

• Social Support

• Transport

Home Care Packages

Home Care Packages (HCP) are one of the ways that older Australians can access affordable care services to get some help at home. They are designed for those with more complex care needs that go beyond what the Commonwealth Home Support Program can provide.

The HCP support includes:

Personal Care
Domestic Support
Social support
Transport Home Maintenance
Meal and Food Preparation
Allied Health Services
Aids to assist with independence

Each Home Care package is designed to be tailored for individual needs and are regularly reviewed against the needs and goals of the consumers and all our services are delivered in a consumer direct care manner.

Commonwealth Home Support Program

The Commonwealth Home Support Program (CHSP) helps senior Australians access entry-level support services to live independently and safely at home.

CHSP works with you to maintain your independence rather than doing things for you.

Eligibility for this program is based on your support needs and age.

• 65 years or older (50 years or older for Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people), or

• 50 years or older (45 years or older for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people), on a low income and homeless, or at risk of being homeless.

CHAC is funded to provide:

• Home Maintenance

• Meals

• Social Support/Specialised Support Service

• Transport

• Other food Services

National Disability Insurance Scheme

The NDIS provides funding to eligible people based on their individual needs.

Every NDIS participant has an individual plan that lists their goals and the funding they have received. NDIS participants use their funding to purchase supports and services that will help them pursue their goals.

Everyone has different goals but they could include things like getting and keeping a job, making friends or participating in a local community activity. NDIS participants control the support they receive, when they receive it, and who provides it.

CHAC is funded to provide:

• Coordination of Supports

• Participation in Community, Social and Civic Activities

• Development of Daily living and life Skills

• Assistance with Travel/ transport arrangements

• Assistance with daily personal activities

• Assistance in coordinating or manage life stages, transitions and supports

Regular Programs

Bingo

Mondays

12pm - Light lunch at $5.00 per person

1pm - Bingo

*Bookings Required

Available to Aged Care Services Clients, the programs offer a weekly Bingo program that also provides a light lunch to participants. This service operates alongside Katie's Corner, which both allow for a social outing for clients as well as an opportunity to receive a healthy and nutritious meal. Additionally, again like Katie's Corner, transportation is provided to clients where applicable to assist with their participation.

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Katie's Corner

Fridays

12pm - 2 course Lunch for $10.00

Oakleigh House: 20 King St, Smithton 7330

*Bookings Required

Every Friday, as part of our Aged Care Service Programs, we welcome clients to Katie’s Corner—a space for good food, great company, and meaningful connection.

What began as a small community lunch has grown into a cherished tradition, named in honour of Kate Horton, whose passion for bringing people together continues to inspire us today.

Katie’s Corner offers a two-course meal at a low cost for clients in our Commonwealth Home Support Program (CHSP) and Home and Community Care Program (HACC). It’s not just about nutrition—it’s about creating a friendly, welcoming environment where people can share stories, build friendships, and access support. Our team also uses this time to check in with clients and host informative sessions, ensuring everyone receives the care they need.

Thanks to the generous sponsorship from Greenham, we’re proud to serve high-quality, consistent meat-based meals each week. This partnership reflects what makes Circular Head strong—community helping community.

Katie’s Corner is more than lunch. It’s a place where care, culture, and connection come together.

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