In-home aged care covers a broad range of services -- from help with showering through to skilled nursing care -- all delivered inside the person's own home. The exact mix depends on the individual's needs, their funding level, and the provider they choose.
Personal care
Personal care is the most common service in in-home aged care. A qualified support worker assists with the physical tasks of daily living that have become difficult:
- Showering, bathing, and personal hygiene
- Dressing and grooming
- Toileting and continence management
- Transfers -- moving from bed to chair, or in and out of vehicles
- Skin care and moisturising
- Oral hygiene assistance
Domestic assistance
Domestic assistance keeps the home clean, safe, and functioning:
- General cleaning -- vacuuming, mopping, bathroom and kitchen cleaning
- Laundry -- washing, drying, ironing, putting away
- Meal preparation and cooking
- Grocery shopping (accompanied or on the person's behalf)
- Dishwashing
- Linen changes
Nursing care
For people with medical or clinical needs, nursing visits can be arranged. Depending on the level of qualification, nursing care includes:
- Medication management and administration
- Wound care and dressing changes
- Catheter care
- Blood glucose monitoring
- Blood pressure and vital signs monitoring
- Post-hospital discharge care and recovery support
- Palliative care support
Enrolled nurses and registered nurses through Nest and Nurture Society are available for visits requiring clinical skills.
Allied health
Allied health services can be delivered in-home or at a clinic, depending on the provider:
- Physiotherapy -- mobility, strength, balance and falls prevention
- Occupational therapy -- home modifications, assistive equipment assessments
- Podiatry -- foot and nail care
- Dietitian support -- meal planning for specific health conditions
- Speech pathology -- swallowing and communication support
Social support and transport
Isolation is a significant risk for older Australians living alone. Social support services address this directly:
- Companionship visits -- regular time with a support worker for conversation and engagement
- Transport to medical appointments
- Transport to social activities or community groups
- Accompanied outings -- shopping, coffee, walks
- Phone and video call support for those less comfortable with technology
Overnight and 24-hour care
For people with higher care needs or families who need overnight support, overnight care is available. A worker stays in the home through the night, either sleeping lightly (inactive overnight) or providing active care for clients who need assistance through the night. Through Nest and Nurture Society, overnight shifts are priced at a flat shift fee, with any active care during the night charged at the hourly rate.
What services are NOT included?
In-home aged care workers are not medical practitioners. They do not diagnose conditions, prescribe medications, or perform clinical procedures beyond their scope of practice. For complex medical needs, a registered nurse or GP visit is required.
Find the right worker for the services you need
Nest and Nurture Society has support workers, enrolled nurses, and registered nurses available. Browse profiles and book today.
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