Domestic Assistance Services Include:
- Vacuuming
- Dusting
- Washing dishes
- Cleaning kitchen bench tops
- Laundry and ironing
- Cleaning wet areas such as the toilet and bathroom
Domestic assistance services are available as part of our subsidised Commonwealth Home Support Program services (CHSP) or privately funded services.
The Aim of our In Home Support Services
To provide basic home and community support services so that frail older members of the community can continue to live independently in their own home and community. Our services provide assistance at home, support in getting out into the community, and a break for carers.
Eligibility to Access our In Home Support Services
Our services are prioritised to meet the needs of older people (over 65) and their Carers who are unable to manage at home without assistance due to frailty or disability.
While our services are targeted to members of the Jewish community, we also welcome and encourage referrals from other individuals over 65 who require assistance with home and community support to ensure independence is maintained.
Private Funded Serviecs
For individuals wishing to access our services on a private/full fee basis, please contact our Home & Community Support Team for further information and to organise an introductory home visit.
CHSP Funded & Subsidised Services
For individuals wishing to access subsidised Commonwealth Home Support Program (CHSP) services, you may prefer to complete the online referral form through My Aged Care or you may contact JCS directly to facilitate this for you.
Cost of Services
There is a set client contribution or fee for most of our In Home Support Services. Client contributions and fees will be discussed at the initial assessment. If you experience any difficulties in paying please discuss this with us because fees may be reduced in financial hardship. Contact us to obtain the latest contributions and fees schedule.
Contact us to learn more about Domestic Assistance Services with JCS.
Personal Care and Wellbeing Services Include:
- Bathing, showering and dressing
- Assisting with toileting and incontinence
- Assisting with mobility and helping to and from bed
- Managing skin care and assisting with oral care
- Assisting with feeding
- Promting and supervision of medication
- Maintaining exercise routines
Our professional care team can provide assistance or supervision with personal hygiene and daily self care tasks including working alongside the individual to demonstrate techniques to improve your capacity for self-management and to assist to build confidence in the use of equipment or aids.
Personal care services are available as part of our subsidised Commonwealth Home Support Program services (CHSP) or privately funded services.
The Aim of our In Home Support Services
To provide basic home and community support services so that frail older members of the community can continue to live independently in their own home and community. Our services provide assistance at home, support in getting out into the community, and a break for carers.
Eligibility to Access our In Home Support Services
Our services are prioritised to meet the needs of older people (over 65) and their Carers who are unable to manage at home without assistance due to frailty or disability.
While our services are targeted to members of the Jewish community, we also welcome and encourage referrals from other individuals over 65 who require assistance with home and community support to ensure independence is maintained.
Private Funded Services
For individuals wishing to access our services on a private/full fee basis, please contact our Home & Community Support Team for further information and to organise an introductory home visit.
CHSP Funded & Subsidised Services
For individuals wishing to access subsidised Commonwealth Home Support Program (CHSP) services, you may prefer to complete the online referral form through My Aged Care or you may contact JCS directly to facilitate this for you.
Cost of Services
There is a set client contribution or fee for most of our In Home Support Services. Client contributions and fees will be discussed at the initial assessment. If you experience any difficulties in paying please discuss this with us because fees may be reduced in financial hardship. Contact us to obtain the latest contributions and fees schedule.
Contact us to learn more about Personal Care & Wellbeing Services with JCS.
Meal Preparation Services Include:
- Planning your meals
- Visiting your local grocery store, or favourite place you like to shop
- Prepare your meals in your own home
- Suggest healthy flavoursome recipes
- Seek alternative ways to make life easier for you so that you can continue to eat healthy and nutritious meals
Our Meal preparation services can assist by working alongside you to create a balanced diet that includes all the foods you have always enjoyed, as well as keeping healthy. Our staff will work with you to plan your meals, shop for the required ingredients and prepare the foods and meals you like to eat, keeping in mind any special dietary, health, or cultural needs that may be required.
Meal preparation services are available as part of our subsidised Commonwealth Home Support Program services (CHSP) or privately funded services.
The Aim of our In Home Support Services
To provide basic home and community support services so that frail older members of the community can continue to live independently in their own home and community. Our services provide assistance at home, support in getting out into the community, and a break for carers.
Eligibility to Access our In Home Support Services
Our services are prioritised to meet the needs of older people (over 65) and their Carers who are unable to manage at home without assistance due to frailty or disability.
While our services are targeted to members of the Jewish community, we also welcome and encourage referrals from other individuals over 65 who require assistance with home and community support to ensure independence is maintained.
Private Funded Services
For individuals wishing to access our services on a private/full fee basis, please contact our Home & Community Support Team for further information and to organise an introductory home visit.
CHSP Funded & Subsidised Services
For individuals wishing to access subsidised Commonwealth Home Support Program (CHSP) services, you may prefer to complete the online referral form through My Aged Care or you may contact JCS directly to facilitate this for you.
Cost of Services
There is a set client contribution or fee for most of our In Home Support Services. Client contributions and fees will be discussed at the initial assessment. If you experience any difficulties in paying please discuss this with us because fees may be reduced in financial hardship. Contact us to obtain the latest contributions and fees schedule.
Contact us to learn more about Meal Preparation Services with JCS.
Shopping and Social Support Services Include:
- Help with general shopping (either by accompanying you, or with a shopping list)
- Help with errands and bill payment services
- Picking up prescriptions or other small items such as equipment or aids
- Assistance with mobility so that you can attend to your shopping, medical, social and other appointments
Our team of reliable Home Support staff work alongside you to assist with tasks such as meal preparation, shopping, banking, paying of bills and accompanying to appointments & social visits in order for you to build resilience, confidence and maintain your independence as much as possible.
Shopping and bill payment services are available as part of our subsidised Commonwealth Home Support Program services (CHSP) or privately funded services.
The Aim of our In Home Support Services
To provide basic home and community support services so that frail older members of the community can continue to live independently in their own home and community. Our services provide assistance at home, support in getting out into the community, and a break for carers.
Eligibility to Access our In Home Support Services
Our services are prioritised to meet the needs of older people (over 65) and their Carers who are unable to manage at home without assistance due to frailty or disability.
While our services are targeted to members of the Jewish community, we also welcome and encourage referrals from other individuals over 65 who require assistance with home and community support to ensure independence is maintained.
Private Funded Services
For individuals wishing to access our services on a private/full fee basis, please contact our Home & Community Support Team for further information and to organise an introductory home visit.
CHSP Funded & Subsidised Services
For individuals wishing to access subsidised Commonwealth Home Support Program (CHSP) services, you may prefer to complete the online referral form through My Aged Care or you may contact JCS directly to facilitate this for you.
Cost of Services
There is a set client contribution or fee for most of our In Home Support Services. Client contributions and fees will be discussed at the initial assessment. If you experience any difficulties in paying please discuss this with us because fees may be reduced in financial hardship. Contact us to obtain the latest contributions and fees schedule.
Contact us to learn more about Shopping & Bill Payment Services with JCS.
Garden Home and Maintenance Services Include:
- Lawn mowing
- Weeding and trimming
- Garden waste removal
- Pruning
- Window cleaning
- Changing batteries in smoke detectors
- Changing light globes
- General light home maintenance
Transport Services Include:
- Transport to medical and specialist appiontments
- Shopping for groceries, personal and household items
- Medication, prescription, equipment and aids collection
- Social outings and activities
- Family and community events
Our team of dedicated staff and volunteers are available to provide reliable and safe transport for you to attend medical appointments, visit family in nursing homes and hospitals and to local social functions to assist you to remain independent and stay actively involved in your community.
Transport services can be provided as part of our subsidised Commonwealth Home Support Program services (CHSP) or privately funded services.
The Aim of our In Home Support Services
To provide basic home and community support services so that frail older members of the community can continue to live independently in their own home and community. Our services provide assistance at home, support in getting out into the community, and a break for carers.
Eligibility to Access our In Home Support Services
Our services are prioritised to meet the needs of older people (over 65) and their Carers who are unable to manage at home without assistance due to frailty or disability.
While our services are targeted to members of the Jewish community, we also welcome and encourage referrals from other individuals over 65 who require assistance with home and community support to ensure independence is maintained.
Private Funded Services
For individuals wishing to access our services on a private/full fee basis, please contact our Home & Community Support Team for further information and to organise an introductory home visit.
CHSP Funded & Subsidised Services
For individuals wishing to access subsidised Commonwealth Home Support Program (CHSP) services, you may prefer to complete the online referral form through My Aged Care or you may contact JCS directly to facilitate this for you.
Cost of Services
There is a set client contribution or fee for most of our In Home Support Services. Client contributions and fees will be discussed at the initial assessment. If you experience any difficulties in paying please discuss this with us because fees may be reduced in financial hardship. Contact us to obtain the latest contributions and fees schedule.
Contact us to learn more about Transport Services with JCS.
JCS offer the following range of social inclusion & engagement programs for individuals aged 65 years and older. All our programs aim to promote independence and reduce social isolation.
These services can be provided as part of our subsidised Commonwealth Home Support Program services (CHSP) or privately funded services.
- Bagels – Monthly luncheons
- Bus trips and outings
- Exercise group
- Community volunteer visits
- Weekly Art Classes
- Information and learning sessions.
- Social Support over the phone – remote
Contact us to learn more about Social Support Services.
Carer Support Services Include:
- Counselling
- Support
- Information
- Advocacy
- Emergency respite
- Short term respite
- Occasional respite
Respite is designed to give a carer a break from what they are doing in their caring role. Our team of Home Support staff are available to provide Respite in the event of an unforeseen carer emergency.
Our Respite care services also enable carers to have a break to ensure that they do not burn out. Examples include going out socially, a special event or medical appointment, a family engagement, or just to have some time out from the caring role.
Respite Care and Carer Support services are available as part of our subsidised Commonwealth Home Support Program services (CHSP) or privately funded services.
The Aim of our In Home Support Services
To provide basic home and community support services so that frail older members of the community can continue to live independently in their own home and community. Our services provide assistance at home, support in getting out into the community, and a break for carers.
Eligibility to Access our In Home Support Services
Our services are prioritised to meet the needs of older people (over 65) and their Carers who are unable to manage at home without assistance due to frailty or disability.
While our services are targeted to members of the Jewish community, we also welcome and encourage referrals from other individuals over 65 who require assistance with home and community support to ensure independence is maintained.
Private Funded Services
For individuals wishing to access our services on a private/full fee basis, please contact our Home & Community Support Team for further information and to organise an introductory home visit.
CHSP Funded & Subsidised Services
For individuals wishing to access subsidised Commonwealth Home Support Program (CHSP) services, you may prefer to complete the online referral form through My Aged Care or you may contact JCS directly to facilitate this for you.
Cost of Services
There is a set client contribution or fee for most of our In Home Support Services. Client contributions and fees will be discussed at the initial assessment. If you experience any difficulties in paying please discuss this with us because fees may be reduced in financial hardship. Contact us to obtain the latest contributions and fees schedule.