As we move into April, we look forward to the warmth and connection that the season of new beginnings brings. Easter and Passover are often time for family, friendship and community, and our social outings this month will reflect just that.
Expect a few seasonal touches on selected trips…a pre-Easter lunch, and a Blue Mountains visit, extra smiles. Our outings are equally about transport and meaningful social con­nection, so if you’re considering one for the first time, April is a lovely time to start.
However, there are some service-closure days coming, so please book your transport around them or ask us to book you a subsidised taxi.
Aged Care Reforms: How can we help?
The system is undergoing significant reform, including the move toward the Support at Home program. We know Package Level 1 and Level 2 budgets are of concern, so clients unsure how transport fits within their new arrangements, need to ensure one of these three applies:
1) Transport is included within your Support at Home package budget;
2) You told your package provider that we are your preferred transport provider; or
3) You hold a separate referral under the Com­monwealth Home Support Programme (CHSP) for transport assistance.
If transport isn’t in your package budget, we may not be able to provide services unless there is a CHSP referral in place or you pay for your transport privately without the subsidy.
Unsure whether you can access a subsidy through the Commonwealth Home Support Program, or whether your package includes transport? Call us for help in: checking your eligibility, explaining your options, and assisting (where appropriate) with referrals.
Our goal remains the same: ensuring you stay connected to your community, appointments, and the experiences that matter most.