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.
Explore grants and funding
Find out how CHSP funding works, how to apply for grants, and the different types of funding rounds.
Manage your CHSP services
Learn what CHSP providers need to do to manage their services.
What's new
- 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
Commonwealth Home Support Program (CHSP) Service Agreement template
Commonwealth Home Support Program (CHSP) – Provision of information checklist
Commonwealth Home Support Program (CHSP) – Provision of Information checklist user guide
Commonwealth Home Support Program – Care and Services Plans checklist guidance
Related work
Community Transport Pricing Pilot
The pilot will help us better understand running costs and test alternative funding models and policy for CHSP transport services.
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.
Home Care Packages Program
The Australian Government subsidises organisations to provide home care services to eligible older people. As an approved provider of Home Care Packages, make sure you understand how funding works, the fees you can charge, and what your responsibilities are.