Frequently Asked Questions

Q.    What services does Buckland Home Care provide?

A.    Buckland provides services under governement funded Home Care Packages (HCP). If you are not eligible for HCP funding, or if you are awaiting your package approval, we also offer our services at private rates

Q.    What can be included in a Home Care Package?

A.    Care and services can be funded by your Home Care Package when it meets your assessed care needs or goals. These services often assist with your health, hygiene, mobility, and daily activities. Services can also assist you with transport and social activities, as well as minor home modifications.

There are a range of services and items that are specifically excluded by the Australian Government from being covered with Home Care Package funds. These include expenses that would normally be purchased out of general income; such as household bills. Items not related to improving aged related functional impairment cannot be covered by your Home Care Package. 

Q.    Where does Buckland provide services?

A.    Buckland provides services clients living from Lapstone through the Blackheath.