Learn about the CHSP
What the CHSP is, why it's important, who it is for, and how it works.
Understand your responsibilities
If you provide government-subsidised CHSP services, you have certain responsibilities. Find out what they are.
Funding for providers
Find out how CHSP funding works and the different types of funding rounds.
CHSP reforms
The CHSP has been extended from 1 July 2025 to 30 June 2027. Find out what's new.
What's new
- Commonwealth Home Support Program provider transition checklist
- Commonwealth Home Support Program (CHSP) Service Agreement guidance materials for CHSP providers
- Commonwealth Home Support Program (CHSP) changes from 1 November 2025 – letter to providers
- Commonwealth Home Support Program (CHSP) changes from 1 November 2025 – information for clients
- Commonwealth Home Support Program (CHSP) changes from 1 November 2025 – information for providers
- CHSP sector readiness webinar (12 June 2025) – Frequently Asked Questions and Answers
- CHSP 2025-27 Manual from 1 July 2025
- CHSP 2025-27 Manual from 1 November 2025
- CHSP service list mapping guide
- Updated CHSP service catalogue 2025–27
- New regulatory model – guidance for CHSP providers
- Commonwealth Home Support Program indexation
Find out more about the 2025–27 extension process and changes to the CHSP.
CHSP Manual 2025–27
My Aged Care
If you need some help around the house or think it’s time to look into aged care homes, My Aged Care is here to help.
Visit the My Aged Care website to find information about how to access aged care services.
You can apply for an assessment online and search for local aged care providers that meet your needs.
You can also call 1800 200 422 Monday to Friday, 8 am to 8 pm, and Saturday, 10 am to 2 pm.
Resources
Resources
When to Request a Support Plan Review from an Assessor fact sheet
CHSP services: caring for older people in heatwaves
Commonwealth Home Support Program Services (CHSP) – Preparing for an emergency event
Commonwealth Home Support Program provider transition checklist
Related work
Wellness and reablement initiative
We have developed online resources to help CHSP service providers embed wellness and reablement approaches into their organisational practices and service delivery.
Support at Home program
Support at Home aims to help older people stay at home for longer. It delivers person-centred services to support older people with complex ageing related needs. It will replace the CHSP no earlier than 1 July 2027.