Support at Home pricing
Clear pricing. No hidden surprises.
Understand your government funding, possible participant contributions and the prices BHC commonly charges for Support at Home services.
How pricing works
Your budget and your service prices are different.
Your Support at Home classification determines the government-funded quarterly budget available for approved services. Ten per cent of that ongoing budget is allocated to care management.
BHC then agrees the price for each service with you before support begins. Any delivery costs such as administration and worker travel are reflected in the agreed service price rather than added as separate fees.
How it works
Your budget and your costs, simply explained.
Support at Home funding is assigned through My Aged Care, then your services and possible contributions are agreed before support begins.
You are assessed
My Aged Care arranges an independent assessment and assigns a classification from 1 to 8 based on your care needs and goals.
Government funds your budget
Your quarterly budget is held by Services Australia. Ten per cent is allocated to care management and the remaining 90% is available for your care services.
You choose your services
BHC agrees a price for each service with you before support begins. All costs are transparent and agreed upfront.
You may contribute a portion
Clinical care is fully government funded. Independence and everyday living services may require a means-assessed participant contribution.
Fully funded
Nursing, physiotherapy, occupational therapy and podiatry are fully government funded at no cost to you.
Means assessed
Personal care, transport and social support may require a means-assessed participant contribution.
Higher contribution range
Cleaning, gardening and meals are based on income and assets.
Government funding
Current Support at Home budgets.
Ongoing participants receive one of eight classifications following their aged care assessment. The amounts below include the 10% care management allocation.
Quarterly and annual funding
Government amounts are indexed on 1 July each year.
| Classification | Quarterly budget | Annual amount |
|---|---|---|
| Classification 1 | $2,752.50 | $11,010.01 |
| Classification 2 | $4,112.84 | $16,451.35 |
| Classification 3 | $5,634.20 | $22,536.81 |
| Classification 4 | $7,617.13 | $30,468.51 |
| Classification 5 | $10,182.38 | $40,729.53 |
| Classification 6 | $12,341.32 | $49,365.27 |
| Classification 7 | $14,915.00 | $59,660.00 |
| Classification 8 | $20,034.28 | $80,137.12 |
Equivalent Support at Home budgets
For people approved for a Home Care Package on or before 31 October 2025.
| HCP level | Support at Home classification | Quarterly budget | Annual amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| HCP Level 1 | Transitioned HCP Level 1 | $2,818.04 | $11,272.15 |
| HCP Level 2 | Transitioned HCP Level 2 | $4,955.44 | $19,821.76 |
| HCP Level 3 | Transitioned HCP Level 3 | $10,787.18 | $43,148.74 |
| HCP Level 4 | Transitioned HCP Level 4 | $16,353.98 | $65,415.91 |
Other funding that may apply
Maximum 2 units of funding over 12 months if approved.
Funding is available over 12 weeks, with use possible up to 16 weeks.
Low, medium and high tiers for assessed assistive technology or home modifications.
Participant contributions
What might you need to contribute?
Contributions depend on the service category and the participant’s income and assets assessment. The table below keeps the essential contribution information in one place.
| Assessment outcome | Clinical supports | Independence | Everyday living |
|---|---|---|---|
| Full pensioner | 0% | 5% | 17.5% |
| Part pensioner / self-funded CSHC holder | 0% | 5%–50% | 17.5%–80% |
| Self-funded non-CSHC holder / means not disclosed | 0% | 50% | 80% |
Care management uses the clinical supports contribution rate of 0%. AT-HM items are generally treated as independence supports, while AT-HM prescription and wrap-around services are treated as clinical supports.
Common service charges
Indicative BHC service prices.
These are the prices and ranges currently published by BHC. Your agreed price may vary according to service time, complexity, location and delivery arrangements.
| Service | Typical price | Published range |
|---|---|---|
| Nursing | $155.80 per hour | $100–$240 |
| Light gardening | $83.20 per hour | $65–$150 |
| In-home respite | $83.20 per hour | $65–$150 |
| Personal care | $83.20 per hour | $65–$150 |
| Domestic assistance | $83.20 per hour | $65–$150 |
| Accompanied transport | $75.00 per hour | $65–$150 |
Prices must be agreed with you before services are delivered. Different rates may apply for evenings, weekends, public holidays, specialised staffing or subcontracted services.
What our fees cover
Transparent pricing from the beginning.
We explain your available budget, service prices and likely contributions before your care plan is finalised.
Care management
Ten per cent of each ongoing quarterly budget is allocated to care planning, coordination, monitoring and reviewing your services.
No entry or exit fees
BHC does not charge a basic daily fee, an entry fee or an exit fee for joining or leaving our Support at Home services.
Clear monthly statements
Your statements show services delivered, prices charged, contributions, remaining funding and any budget carried forward.
Need help understanding your care budget?
Speak with our aged care team about your classification, likely contributions and how your available funding could be used.