What will it cost?
Let's make it clear.
Support At Home is means-tested, so everyone's costs are a little different. Use our quick estimator to get a plain-English idea of your out-of-pocket costs — then email yourself a copy to keep.
Three quick steps to your estimate
Answer a few questions
Your pension status, situation and approved level — no personal details needed to see a number.
See your estimate
We show your likely out-of-pocket costs per hour, once the government contribution is applied.
Email yourself a copy
Send the estimate to your inbox to keep — and we'll gently follow up only if you'd like us to.
This is an estimate, not a quote
Support At Home costs are set by the government and depend on your income and assets. The calculator gives you a realistic ballpark so you can plan with confidence — your actual contribution is confirmed after your means assessment.
Need help right now?
You don't have to wait for funding to come through. You can start with us privately today, and we'll transition you onto your package when it's ready.
Estimate your Support At Home costs
Under Support At Home, the government subsidises most of your care, and you contribute a share based on your situation. Clinical care like nursing and physio is always free. Choose your situation to see indicative costs.
Your situation
Not sure? Choose “Part pensioner”. Your exact contribution is set by a Services Australia income and assets assessment — we’ll confirm it with you.
From your My Aged Care letter — enter them for an exact estimate. Leave blank to use standard rates.
Choose your support
Set how long each service takes (hours per visit). Costs are grouped by the three Support at Home categories, each with its own contribution rate.
Get your estimate
Print your estimate or save it as a PDF to keep or share with family. Nothing is stored and you don’t need to enter any details.
Prefer to talk? Call 1300 131 096.
This estimate is indicative only and based on standard Support at Home contribution rates. Your actual contribution depends on your Services Australia income and assets assessment and the services in your approved care plan. Sistability’s rates include travel and are current as at . Clinical and allied health costs are indicative examples of services we coordinate, not fixed prices.
What makes up your costs
Clinical care
Nursing and allied health — things like wound care or physio.
Fully government-fundedIndependence support
Personal care, respite and social support that help you stay independent.
You contribute a shareEveryday living
Cleaning, gardening, meals and transport — the day-to-day help at home.
Highest contributionCare management
Coordinating your services, providers and admin so you don't have to.
Capped at 10% of budgetContribution rates are set by the Australian Government and are based on your income and assets. Clinical care is fully funded for everyone; your share of the other categories is confirmed by your means assessment.
Is this the amount I'll definitely pay?
No — it's an estimate. Your exact contribution is confirmed after your Services Australia means assessment, and we'll always confirm costs with you before anything starts.
What if I haven't been assessed yet?
You can still get a ballpark from the estimator. And you don't have to wait — you can start with us privately now, then move onto your package once it's approved.
Does the fee include everything?
The estimate covers your service costs and the care management fee. Before anything begins, we'll give you a clear, itemised quote so there are no surprises.
Do I have to pay for a quote?
No. Estimates and quotes are always free.
Can you help if I'm on CHSP or unsure where I fit?
Yes — have a quick chat with Jenn and we'll help you understand your funding, your eligibility and the next step.
Questions? We’ve got answers
Not sure where to start?
A short conversation can help clarify your next step — no pressure, no jargon.
