Budget 2019–20: More Choices for a Longer Life – extending the Commonwealth Home Support Program

This Budget fact sheet outlines how the Government will extend funding arrangements for the Commonwealth Home Support Program (CHSP) for two years, to 30 June 2022.

Downloads

More Choices for a Longer Life – extending the Commonwealth Home Support Program

We aim to provide documents in an accessible format. If you're having problems using a document with your accessibility tools, please contact us for help.

Publication date:
Date last updated:
Publication type:
Fact sheet
Audience:
General public
Language:
English
Description:

The Government will extend funding arrangements for the Commonwealth Home Support Program (CHSP) for two years, to 30 June 2022. This extends funding agreements with CHSP service providers. The CHSP funds a range of essential services e.g. Meals on Wheels, community transport, personal care, nursing, domestic assistance (e.g. cleaning and shopping), home maintenance and respite services. 

Help us improve health.gov.au

If you would like a response please use the enquiries form instead.