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BCR Communities Home Maintenance Program services the Bay and Basin region and offers a helping hand with a range of small home maintenance tasks and garden clean ups. The focus is on removing risks to health and safety and maintaining a home environment which supports health and independence. AGEING WELL HISTORY Home Maintenance Program BCR Communities Home Maintenance Program services the Bay and Basin region, offering a friendly helping hand with a range of small home maintenance tasks and garden clean ups. The focus of the service is on removing risks to health and safety and maintaining a home environment which supports your independence and wellness goals. You might need to change a lightbulb but feel unsteady on a ladder, maybe you need to repair an old railing or have a path that is slippery with mould and mildew? Our team will assess what needs to be done and then help you with all those minor maintenance jobs so that you can continue to live safely and independently in your own home. The BCR Communities Home Maintenance Program is funded through the Commonwealth Home Support Program (CHSP) so you will need to contact My Aged Care on 1800 200 422 to access this service. BCR Communties CHSP SUBMIT THANK YOU, WE'LL BE IN TOUCH. Contact BCR today to find out more about the home maintenance program “My garden is very important to me, it is what I love most about my home. Before BCR came it was such a mess that it was starting to feel really depressing looking at it. I feel so much better mentally now.” DOREEN

Volunteer as a Driver Mentor with BCR Communities and help young learners gain the experience they need to get their P-plates. Just one hour a week can make a life-changing difference! We provide the car, training, and support—you provide your time and encouragement. Sign up today! VOLUNTEER TO BE A DRIVER MENTOR COMMUNITY SERVICES Are you ready to change a life? Are you an experienced driver with a little time to give? By volunteering just an hour or more a week, you can make a life-changing difference to a young person in your community. For many young people, getting a driver’s licence is the key to greater independence, employment opportunities, and access to education and social activities. However, not everyone has a vehicle or a licensed family member who can help them complete the 120 hours of supervised driving required to get their P-plates. That’s where you come in! What does a Driver Mentor do? As a volunteer Driver Mentor, you’ll provide supervised driving practice to young learners who have already received professional driving lessons. You’ll help them gain the on-road experience they need in different traffic conditions, improving their confidence and preparing them for their driving test. Where? We need volunteers in Nowra, the Bay & Basin, Sussex Inlet and Ulladulla. Who can volunteer? Anyone with a full licence, a good driving record, and a passion for helping others. Time commitment? Just one hour per week (or more if you can!). Do I need my own car? No! BCR Communities provides fully insured vehicles for all mentoring sessions. Why Volunteer? Make a real impact – Help a young person gain independence and access new opportunities. Give back to your community – Support local learners who may not have anyone else to help. No special qualifications needed – Just a safe driving record and a willingness to help. We provide the car, training, and support – You just provide your time and encouragement! Who can be a mentor? Mentors need to be fully-licensed, experienced drivers who are over the age of 21. To become a volunteer mentor you will also need a clean driving record for the last five years, a Working with Children Check and a National Police Check. The BCR Communities team will help you to obtain these. Who will I be mentoring? You’ll be supporting a young person who, for various reasons, doesn’t have access to a vehicle or a licensed family member or friend to help them complete their required hours of supervised driving. Your guidance will have a life-changing impact. Will my mentee have had previous driving experience? Yes, all our learner drivers receive up to five free lessons with a professional driving school to assess their skill level. They won’t be matched with a mentor until the professional instructor determines they are competent and ready to join our program, ensuring a safe and confident start for both of you. Will I need to use my own car? No, as a driver mentor you will use a clean, well-maintained BCR Communities automatic car with added safety features and a full tank of petrol. Will I need to pass a driving test? No, you won’t need to pass a driving test. Your valuable years of driving experience will make you well-equipped to guide a young person on the road. To help you feel confident and ensure you’re familiar with the latest road rules, we can provide access to online tutorials. What happens if I don’t feel comfortable with my mentee? The safety and comfort of our mentors and mentees is our highest priority. If you ever feel uncomfortable, we encourage you to let us know immediately. We’ll work with you to address the situation, whether it involves resolving concerns or reassigning you to a different mentee to ensure a positive experience for everyone involved. Will I work with the same mentee/s each week? We’ll do our best to match you with the same mentee, as it’s incredibly rewarding to support them throughout their journey from Ls to Ps. However, there may be occasional scheduling changes that require some flexibility. How many hours a week will I need to volunteer? Just one hour per week, although more hours will always be welcome! If you become unwell or have travel plans, your volunteering can be paused to accommodate your circumstances. When will the mentoring sessions take place? Once we match you with a compatible mentee, you can work together to arrange mentoring times that suit both of your schedules. SUBMIT THANK YOU, WE'LL BE IN TOUCH. Register your interest to be a volunteer driver mentor “I’m really looking forward to starting as a Driver Mentor – I think it will be a great experience to go on this journey with a learner driver and see them walking away with their licence at the end of it.” Kristy Boardman - Driver Mentor

A BCR Communities Home Care Package (HCP) will give you the support you need to keep living independently in your own home and socially connected to your local community. We work with you and your support network to create a personalised program based on your lifestyle, needs, values and goals. AGEING WELL HISTORY Home Care Packages STAY HEALTHY AND HAPPY AT HOME A BCR Communities Home Care Package (HCP) will give you the support you need to keep living independently in your own home and socially connected to your local community. Home Care Packages are designed for those with more complex or intensive care needs that go beyond what the Commonwealth Home Support Program (CHSP) can provide. Once you have been assigned your government-subsidised Home Care Package through My Aged Care, your experienced BCR Communities care team will work with you and your support network to create a personalised program based on your values, lifestyle, needs and goals. A BCR Home Care Package can support you with: Individualised supports: based around your interests and preferred activities Personal services: aimed to assist you with any personal care needs you may have Shopping: making sure you have all you need to generate healthy meals at home Meal preparation: assisting you to prepare or have delivered fresh and nutritious meals Transport: helping you get to medical or other essential appointments Declutter and packing: helping keep your house safe, tidy and organised In-home respite: keeping you company when your carer has other commitments Minor home modifications and equipment: so you can stay independent in your home Allied Health support: to assist with maintaining independence in your home Why Choose BCR Communities for In-Home Support? COMMUNITY Personalised Care Our team takes the time to understand your goals, lifestyle and values so that we can create a personalised plan that is just for you. COMMUNITY Consistent quality care You will be supported by a team of people from your local community who are experienced, caring and committed to providing the best quality support. COMMUNITY We are truly local BCR Communities was created for locals by locals and nobody understands the communities of the Shoalhaven and Illawarra better than we do. COMMUNITY We are flexible and responsive We understand that your needs and goals may change over time so we will regularly review your plan to ensure you are always living the best life possible. COMMUNITY We put people first As a community-led, not-for-profit organisation, our mission is to partner with our communities to provide person-centred services for all. COMMUNITY We are inclusive We welcome people from across our communities and celebrate the diversity they bring to our organisation. SUBMIT THANK YOU, WE'LL BE IN TOUCH. Contact BCR today to find out more about how we can support you at home Values Based Care Plans The BCR Communities difference is that we really get to know you before creating a plan of support. We use ExSitu , an innovative and award-winning app designed to provide the highest level of values-based care. We are moving from filling in complicated or confusing forms so you can sit in the comfort or your own home with a BCR care staff member and answer ExSitu’s simple card-based questions. The app will help you to identify what is important to you, what gives you joy, and how we might support you to live your best possible life. By establishing your core values and lifestyle desires, ExSitu can generate a values-based care plan that is truly personalised for you. Find out more Steps to getting a Home Care Package STEP 1 The first step in accessing a government-subsidised Home Care Package is to contact My Aged Care to check your eligibility. You can call 1800 200 422 or visit myagedcare.gov.au My Aged Care STEP 2 If you are eligible, a member of the Aged Care Assessment Team (ACAT) will visit your home to provide a free home support assessment. During this meeting they will identify what your home care needs are and confirm your eligibility to receive government-subsidised support. STEP 3 My Aged Care will write to you to let you know the outcome of your assessment and the level of care you are eligible for and approved to receive. There is a waiting list for HCP funding to be assigned. My Aged Care will notify you in writing once you have been assigned a package. Am I eligible for a Home Care Package? Eligibility for a government-subsidised Home Care Package is based on your age and your support needs. A Home Care Package could be what you need if you are: need support with everyday activities need support to continue to living independently in your own home and your community 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) and on a low income, homeless or at risk of being homeless. Schedule of fees “I can’t fault them in any way and I appreciate everything they do for me because they are lovely girls and I would be lost without them.” ELAINE

The BCR Communities Ls to Ps Driver Mentoring Program is designed to support disadvantaged Learner Drivers to get the required supervised driving hours they need to get their Provisional Licence. Experienced volunteer Driver Mentors deliver the support in safe and maintained vehicles. Ls TO Ps DRIVER MENTORING PROGRAM COMMUNITY SERVICES Turn your Ls into Ps NOWRA BAY & BASIN ULLADULLA Are you a learner driver who needs help to get the required supervised driving experience? Maybe you don’t have access to a car or maybe you don’t have a licensed family member or friend to supervise you. Become a safe and confident driver and complete your learner driver logbook requirements with the free Ls to Ps Shoalhaven Driver Mentoring Program. Our friendly, patient and experienced volunteers will supervise your required driving hours in a safe and maintained automatic car. Eligibility The Ls to Ps Driver Mentoring Program can accept referrals from eligible learner drivers including participants who are: Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander peoples Refugees or part of a resettlement community People experiencing social and economic hardship People with disability or who are neurodivergent People impacted by limited access to transport options SUBMIT THANK YOU, WE'LL BE IN TOUCH. Register your interest for the Ls to Ps Driver Mentoring Program Volunteer to be a Driver Mentor ARE YOU AN EXPERIENCED DRIVER WHO CAN GIVE AN HOUR OR MORE A WEEK? Having a driver’s licence means better access to employment, education, training and social activities but not everyone in our community has a vehicle or a licensed family member who can mentor them for the required 120 hours of driving time. AS A DRIVER MENTOR YOU WILL HAVE A REAL LIFE CHANGING IMPACT ON THE PEOPLE YOU MENTOR We need volunteers in Nowra, the Bay & Basin and Ulladulla who are fully licensed, with a good driving history, and available for a minimum of one hour per week to help learners gain on-road experience in different conditions. BCRCommunities vehicles are supplied for the mentoring sessions. “I’m really looking forward to starting as a Driver Mentor – I think it will be a great experience to go on this journey with a learner driver and see them walking away with their licence at the end of it.” Kristy Boardman - Driver Mentor SUBMIT THANK YOU, WE'LL BE IN TOUCH. Register your interest to volunteer to be a Driver Mentor

While caring for a loved one is rewarding, it can also sometimes feel overwhelming and isolating. It is important to look after your own wellbeing and also be informed about what help is available to you as a carer. BCR Communities holds monthly carer support meetings, and day and overnight respite. ARIIA GRANT HISTORY The Regional Provider Blueprint for Developing a Values-Based Culture and Values-Driven Care Plans through Engagement, Empowerment and Technology BCR Communities, along with our partners ExSitu, University of Wollongong (UOW) and CarersNSW, secured an ARIIA grant to generate a regional provider blueprint for developing a values-based culture and values-driven care plans through engagement, empowerment and technology. . The Aged Care Research and Industry Innovation Australia (ARIIA) grant was created to support the aged care sector by providing funding that can be used to build increased workforce capability and capacity. They are especially focussed on funding projects that address areas like dementia care, mental health and wellbeing, and social isolation. BCR Communities uses values-based care plans which put the client firmly at the centre of their own decision-making and wellbeing. Using technology developed by ExSitu, our clients are provided with a simple tool that can be used to create their individualised hierarchy of values. Clients use online card sorting to identify their most important values and goals, with the information transferable into documents like support plans and Advance Care Directives. BELOW IS THE PROJECT'S BLUEPRINT SUMMARY Blueprint Summary BCR Communities was awarded a grant through the Aged Care Research & Industry Innovation Australia (ARIIA) program to deliver a Regional Provider Blueprint based on our values-based care program. The aim of the Blueprint is to share the learnings from our ARIIA project, so that as a sector, we can lead the change towards a values-based model of care. The aim of the ARIIA project was to test our assumptions that, with positive values-driven culture, and a commitment to empowerment and simple, efficient technologies, we could operationalise care processes to support human rights so those we care for can make their own decisions in alignment with their individual values. The results we were hoping to achieve through the research findings, and implementation of new processes and technology, was to increase meaningful social connection and reduce social isolation through the development and delivery of services which were aligned to an understanding of each person’s values and wishes. The key challenge explored was the balance we needed to strike as an aged care provider to: Support a person’s right to dignity of risk in the context of their right to self determination Uphold our responsibilities in relation to duty of care. Create a clear transparent process to navigate the potential conflict between dignity of risk and duty of care and align that to each person’s individual values. Methods used in this research project included the review of previously developed BCR in-home care client personas, client surveys, focus groups, regular project review meetings, and individual and group consultation sessions with key stakeholders including BCR Executive and Care Managers, Care Staff, BCR Clients and research partner representative from Carers NSW, University of Wollongong, Autonomy First Lawyers and technology partner ExSitu. Using a participatory research, research-to-action approach (Cornwall, 1995) the project team progressively consulted and communicated with key BCR stakeholders on challenges, opportunities, findings, and actions through regular meetings, and also communicated the outcomes of internal changes and key findings through client and staff newsletters. As a result of this project, our key findings include that: •social connections can be improved within communities through simplified and efficient engagement, training and referral processes values-based technologies can be used effectively to address our three key challenges working collaboratively with values-driven organisations creates opportunities to positively impact older people by focussing on supported decision-making practices. This project identifies opportunities to further this research and create sector wide change by professionalising key roles and improving supported decision-making practice. By progressing this research, we aim to improve models of care and the experience of older people by expanding providers understanding and delivery of rights-based decision making practice. Click here for the full report ARIIA Blueprint

It is harder to keep socially connected as we age, friends and family move away or health problems make it more difficult to get out of the house. BCR Communities Social Groups makes regularly meeting up with friends simple and fun, with transport available to pick you up and drop you home. AGEING WELL HISTORY BCR Communities Social Groups SPEND THE DAY WITH FRIENDS It’s time to get out of the house, have fun and spend time with your friends. The activities change every week – we might stay indoors for games, trivia or an art session or get in the bus and explore our stunning coastline or try a new café. While the activities may differ from week to week, what doesn’t change is the companionship, the conversation and something delicious for lunch! Click the buttons below to see the latest Social Group Activity Calendars. As of May 2024, we have a calendar for south Shoalhaven and one for north Shoalhaven and Illawarra. Aug/Sept Calendar (South) Aug/Sept Calendar (North) Aug/Sept Calendar (Nowra) Aug/Sept Calendar (Central) SUBMIT THANK YOU, WE'LL BE IN TOUCH. Contact BCR today to find out more about joining our social groups Weekly Social Groups BCR Communities has a varied calendar of social activities throughout the week including day trips, lunches out, special events, walking groups, trivia, games, art, music and more. Making friends the easy way It is harder to keep socially connected as we age, friends and family move away or health problems make it more difficult to get out of the house. BCR Communities Social Groups makes regularly meeting up with friends simple and fun, with transport available to pick you up and drop you home. Join our online social community for connection every day of the week We know that sometimes it can be difficult to leave the house to catch-up with friends, meet new friends or simply share common interests with others. There are many reasons any one of us can become socially isolated. That’s why BCR has created the BCR Communities App. Think of it as an online, or digital, Town Square - a place to meet others and get connected. You might already be a part of a social app like Facebook, or you might be completely new to online communities – either way this App is for you! You can download the BCR Communities App onto your iPhone, Android Phone, iPad or Tablet. You can even access it on your computer. Once you join BCR Communities, you will be able to take part in online discussions, share information, join interest groups – for example, the Gardening Group or the Walking Group, and take a look at our Community Connects Calendar for upcoming events and activities. Most importantly, you will be able to connect with people and make new friends. If this is of interest to you, but you think you might need help let us know and one of our friendly team will be more than happy to assist! Join BCR Communities "I haven’t been in the Wednesday Social Group for very long but I’m so glad I joined because they are a lovely group. It is great to be out of the house and meeting new people. I used to be a nurse so I’ve always been drawn to being around people." WILMA

The BCR Community Services team delivers flexible programs and projects that build connection, inclusion and wellbeing. This includes community activities, programs, services and events. We can also provide information, assist with forms and link in with other appropriate support services. COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMUNITY SERVICES Community Space Bay & Basin Community Radio Activities Hub Venue Hire

Love Where You Live? Make a Donation! Since we began in 1991, BCR Communities has flourished because of the generosity and kindness of our communities in the Bay & Basin, Shoalhaven and Illawarra. MAKE A DONATION HISTORY Love where you live? Make a donation Since we began in 1991, BCR Communities has flourished because of the generosity and kindness of our community.Since we began in 1991, BCR Communities has flourished because of the generosity and kindness of our community. Your donation will support: Hundreds of seniors in our communities to remain living happy and healthy lives in their own homes. Our Community Services team to continue to respond to the needs of our communities by delivering emergency food relief, flexible programs, workshops, activities and events. Our Home Maintenance Program to keep ensuring seniors stay safe at home. Our fun and engaging social groups to continue combatting loneliness and fostering friendships Carers to have much needed respite with our carer support options Children and teens to learn, be creative, have fun and connect to culture People with disability to be supported to achieve their goals Our Community Radio station BBCR 92.7FM to keep playing great music and connecting the Bay & Basin Donate Now Help us make a difference First Name Last Name Email Donate in the name of Donate Thank you for your donation!

Love where you live? You can give back to your local community by joining the BCR Communities team as a valued volunteer. BCR was created by locals for locals and for more than 30 years we have been providing services within our communities with the support of our wonderful volunteers. GET INVOLVED HISTORY Volunteering with BCR Communities LOVE WHERE YOU LIVE You can give back to your local community by joining the BCR Communities team as a valued volunteer. BCR was created by locals for locals and for more than 30 years we have been providing services within our communities with the support of our wonderful volunteers. Volunteering for BCR Communities will give you the opportunity to: Make new friends and meet people Share your knowledge and talents Contribute to your community Learn new skills Be a part of a great team Find a sense of purpose Make a difference in the lives of others We also partner with Job Network Providers How to become a BCR volunteer Our team will take the time to get to know you and discover your interests, talents, skills and goals before finding the perfect role for you. Chat to us today and find out about the wide range of volunteering opportunities we have across our region. Fill in the contact us form below or phone 1300 222 748. SUBMIT Thank you, we'll be in touch. “The statistics are clear, men often get depressed once they leave the workforce and I didn’t think I would but retirement for some people is a bigger challenge than being in the workforce and I was one of those who was tremendously challenged. When I applied they asked me 'why do you want to be here?’ and I said, 'I just need some sense of fellowship, I need company.' I was nervous and it was difficult because I hadn’t played an instrument for 54 years but joining the Pirates Band gave me a new lease on life. I started practising and looking up YouTube videos, it gave me a reason for being and I get excited coming here. I found the fellowship I was looking for.” MILTON CONTACT

Whether your goal is getting a job, living independently, learning new skills, socialising and making friends or just having fun, BCR Communities is your local NDIS provider. We take the time to really understand your interests, dreams and goals before tailoring a support plan that is just for you. NDIS HISTORY Do you have an NDIS plan? BCR COMMUNITIES IS YOUR LOCAL NDIS PROVIDER Whether your goal is working towards getting a job, living independently, learning new skills, socialising and making friends or just having fun, BCR Communities can support you to achieve it. We take the time to really understand your interests, dreams and goals before tailoring a support plan that is just for you. Here are just some examples of how we can support you to achieve your goals JOIN THE WORKFORCE Goal: Join the workforce We can give you the support you need to learn specific employment skills like time-management, working safely (WHS), travel training and communication skills. IMPROVE HEALTH & WELLBEING Goal: Improve my health and wellbeing We can help you discover activities which will improve your fitness and have you feeling fantastic. It might be bushwalking, dancing, bowling or swimming.. GIVE BACK TO COMMUNITY Goal: Give back to my community At the BCR Activities Hub you can work with our volunteers and staff on many projects that give back to our community. MAKE NEW FRIENDS Goal: Make new friends You will meet lots of new people at the BCR Activities Hub and we can also support you to join fun activities, social groups and events in the community. INCREASE INDEPENDENCE Goal: Increase my independence BCR can support you to build the skills you need for daily living. Learn how to cook, mow the lawn, stick to a budget or use public transport. LEARN A NEW SKILL Goal: Learn a new skill From getting your L plates to playing music or hosting your own radio show, if there is a skill you want to learn, we can support you to master it. SUBMIT THANK YOU, WE'LL BE IN TOUCH. Contact BCR today to find out more about our NDIS supports "I am learning to play the guitar, plant in the garden, make things with wood, catch a fish and cook my own lunch on the BBQ. Next I want to learn the drums!" JESSE

BCR Communities has a variety of venues which can be hired out by the public including the Sanctuary Point Youth & Community Centre, office space and the tranquil BCR Communities Wellness Centre and Wellness Garden. COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMUNITY SERVICES Venue Hire BCR SANCTUARY POINT YOUTH & COMMUNITY CENTRE The BCR Youth & Community Centre at 34 Paradise Beach Road, is centrally located in the heart of Sanctuary Point very close to shops, cafes, the Library and Sanctuary Point Primary School. This venue offers a spacious main hall and stage which is suitable for workshops, meetings, concerts and performances. It also offers meeting and outdoor spaces which are great for community groups and recreation activities. The commercial style kitchen is well equipped to cater for large groups and functions. The BCR Youth & Community Centre has two offices which can be hired separately. They are both equipped with comfortable office furniture and wi-fi and are perfect for case management or counselling services. One office also has a private bathroom. BCR COMMUNITIES WELLNESS CENTRE The BCR Communities Wellness Centre is conveniently located in central Sanctuary Point at 130 Macleans Point Road. The light-filled space features a well-equipped kitchen, accessible bathrooms, an office space and a large main reception room which is suitable for meetings, workshops and classes. For meetings there is a white board, AV equipment, and multiple tables and chairs available including several arm chairs. The room can comfortably fit up to 30 people. A highlight of the space is the newly completed Wellness Garden which adds a sense of peace and tranquillity. If you would like to take your meeting or class outdoors, the outdoor space is set up with a large shade cloth, table setting and a BBQ . To hire a space or to find out more including availability and rates, please fill in the contact form below or phone 1300 222 748 SUBMIT THANK YOU, WE'LL BE IN TOUCH.

If you have access funding from the Commonwealth Home Support Program (CHSP) through My Aged Care, BCR Communities will work with you to develop an plan to keep you socially connected, happy and healthy while living in your own home. Support includes shopping, cleaning, transport and personal care. AGEING WELL HISTORY Commonwealth Home Support Program (CHSP) HELPING YOU STAY INDEPENDENT Are you over 65 and interested in joining some social activities in the community, or perhaps you just need a little extra help around the home? Did you know there is Government funding available through My Aged Care to support you? If you are approved for funding for the Commonwealth Home Support Program (CHSP), your care team at BCR Communities will work with you to develop an individualised plan to keep you socially connected, happy and healthy while living in your own home. Some of the many ways we can support you include: Cooking Cleaning Garden maintenance Home maintenance Shopping Social activities Wellness programs Keeping fit Personal care Medication support Transport Companionship Why Choose BCR Communities for In-Home Support? COMMUNITY Personalised care Our team takes the time to understand your goals, lifestyle and values so that we can create a personalised plan that is just for you. COMMUNITY Consistent quality care You will be supported by a team of people from your local community who are experienced, caring and committed to providing the best quality support. COMMUNITY We are truly local BCR Communities was created for locals by locals and nobody understands the communities of the Shoalhaven and Illawarra better than we do. COMMUNITY We are flexible and responsive We understand that your needs and goals may change over time so we will regularly review your plan to ensure you are always living the best life possible. COMMUNITY We put people first As a community-led, not-for-profit organisation, our mission is to partner with our communities to provide person-centred services for all. COMMUNITY We are inclusive We welcome people from across our communities and celebrate the diversity they bring to our organisation. SUBMIT THANK YOU, WE'LL BE IN TOUCH. Contact BCR today to find out more about how we can support you at home Values Based Care Plans The BCR Communities difference is that we really get to know you before creating a plan of support. We use ExSitu , an innovative and award-winning app designed to provide the highest level of values-based care. We are moving from filling in complicated or confusing forms so you can sit in the comfort or your own home with a BCR Communities care staff member and answer ExSitu’s simple card-based questions. The app will help you to identify what is important to you, what gives you joy, and how we might support you to live your best possible life. By establishing your core values and lifestyle desires, ExSitu can generate a values-based care plan that is truly personalised for you. More about ExSitu What is the Commonwealth Home Support Program? The Commonwealth Home Support Program or CHSP is funding provided by the Government to help older Australians get more out of life. CHSP is designed to deliver low-level support. The focus is on supporting you to retain your independence rather than doing things for you. As your needs change or grow more complex, you may need to move to a Home Care Package. Our Home Care Packages To apply for CHSP funding you need to contact My Aged Care. You can register your interest by calling 1800 200 422 or going to the website myagedcare.gov.au. You will then be contacted by an Aged Care Assessment Service who will assess the services you need. If you are approved for CHSP you will then be able to choose a registered service provider like BCR Communities. My Aged Care Am I eligible for CHSP? Eligibility for the CHSP is based on your age and your support needs. CHSP could be what you need if you are: having a little difficulty with everyday tasks need some support to continue to live independently in your community looking for ways to support your health and well-being 65 years or older (50 years or older for Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people) Schedule of fees “Everyone at BCR Communities has just been so helpful. They make you feel like you are important to them. A lot of groups make you feel like you are just a number but not them. It actually makes me tearful when I think about how lovely they are.” VERA