In-Home Aged Care Services in Sydney
Many people want to stay in familiar surroundings as they age. Our in-home aged care services help you or your loved one do that safely, with support that fits around your routines.
Over 2.2 million hours of in-home care delivered for Sydney families │ Available 24/7 │ Same-day start often possible │ No set-up or exit fees – grounded in integrity, compassion and reliability
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- When you might need in-home aged care
- How to organise ongoing help at home in Sydney
- Our range of in-home aged care services
- In-home aged care vs Support at Home (and legacy Home Care Packages)
- Aged care costs & funding options
- Why choose Care For Family for your aged care needs?
- Frequently asked questions
When you might need in-home aged care
When nursing support is needed, registered nurses can provide clinical care at home. We deliver flexible, professional assistance to help you maintain your independence, routine, and comfort, safely at home.
In-home care might be a good option if you or your loved one requires extra support to remain safely at home, helping with daily tasks, clinical nursing, or specialised dementia care.
How to organise ongoing help at home in Sydney
Organising in-home aged care in Sydney starts with identifying the specific help you or your loved one needs, such as cleaning, showering, or meal preparation. At Care For Family, we offer a no-obligation call to tailor care unique to you or your loved one, and care can often start on the same day.
We know that navigating aged care can sometimes feel complicated, especially if you need support quickly. To help, we’ve made our process as straightforward as possible:
Get in touch: Call our Sydney team to talk through what’s happening for you or your loved one and what would help at home.
Tailored Care: Instead of adapting to facility schedules, visits can be planned around your usual routines, preferences and priorities at home.
Care Begins: During each visit, your nurse focuses on you or your loved one, providing care tailored to what’s needed.
In-home aged care vs Support at Home (and legacy Home Care Packages)
In-home aged care is the support you receive at home, for example, personal care, domestic assistance, nursing, respite, or overnight support.
Support at Home (formerly Home Care Packages) is the Australian Government funding program that helps some people pay for support at home.
If you’re paying privately, waiting for approvals, or already have government funding in place, we can talk you through the options and help you understand what support might be most useful at home.
Our range of in-home aged care services
Because every person’s needs change over time, our services are designed to be completely flexible. We don’t believe in a “one-size-fits-all” approach. You can easily adjust the type and frequency of your care as required.
Our comprehensive in-home support includes:
Everyday domestic assistance
Help with cleaning, laundry, grocery shopping, and preparing nutritious meals.
Personal care & companionship
Respectful assistance with showering, dressing, grooming, and mobility, alongside friendly social companionship.
Home nursing services
Clinical care provided by Registered Nurses at home. We provide medication management, wound care, continence and pain management, pressure care, and coordination with Allied Health (physiotherapy, podiatry).
Hospital-to-home support
We can coordinate with hospital discharge planners and put in-home support in place quickly after discharge, including post-operative recovery.
Specialist & complex care
Tailored, experienced support for living with dementia, Parkinson’s disease, or requiring palliative care at home.
Flexible hours
Everything from occasional 1-hour drop-ins to overnight stays, respite care, and round-the-clock 24/7 live-in support.
Aged care costs & funding options
Pricing depends on the type of care and the hours you need, from occasional visits through to overnight or 24/7 support. The most effective way to find out how much care could cost is to get in touch to discuss how we can help you or your loved one.
Our up-front approach
- No set-up or exit fees.
- We confirm the type of support, timing and expectations before care begins.
- Once we’ve discussed your needs, we’ll be able to explain what’s involved and provide you with a quote.
Funding options
- Support at Home (and legacy Home Care Packages): we can explain what may be covered and how people often combine funded hours with private top-ups.
- Private care: many families choose private support to start sooner, or to add hours beyond funded care.
- NDIS (plan-managed/self-managed): If this is the right funding pathway for you or your loved one, we can explain how we work as an associated provider and what that typically looks like. Learn more on our NDIS Services page.
For more details, see: Support at Home / Costs & Funding.
Why choose Care For Family for your aged care needs?
Care For Family is a Sydney-based in-home care provider offering flexible support from around 1-hour visits through to overnight and 24/7 care options.
We are the no.1 choice for families and loved ones when it comes to in-home care. We take the time to understand your needs and provide tailored, familiar care teams so the support you receive is consistent, whilst remaining comfortable at home.
Availability and coverage
- Minimum visit: 60 minutes
- After-hours, weekends and public holidays: yes
- Live-in / 24-hour care: available (when your provider approves it)
- Service area: Sydney & NSW
Unsure about where to start?
Speak to our team today to discuss what you or your loved one needs. We’re here to answer your questions, explain your options, and outline clear next steps for in-home aged care in Sydney.
Request a callback Or call our care team on 02 9343 0880.
All Care Teams Are…
- Expertly trained
- Extensively referenced
- Police checked
Our Team Values…
- Personalised care
- Reliability
- Compassion
Frequently asked questions
Have a quick question? Start here. If your answer is not covered, call us — we will explain how it works for your situation and liaise with your registered provider if needed.
Do I have to sell my home to access aged care?
No. Accessing in-home aged care is specifically designed to help you stay living independently in your own home. You do not need to sell your property to receive private in-home care or government funding through Support at Home (and legacy Home Care Packages).
Can we combine private care with government funding?
Yes. Many families choose to pay privately for immediate help while they wait for their Support at Home package to be approved. Once approved, you can also use private funds to “top up” your government package if you require more hours of support than your subsidy covers.
How quickly can your aged care services start?
Care teams can often start within days, and in urgent or post-hospital situations, we work quickly to arrange for care to be in place as soon as possible after you contact us.
What is Support at Home, and how is it different from Home Care Packages?
Support at Home is the Australian Government program that replaced Home Care Packages and began on 1 November 2025. Legacy Home Care Packages and their associated funding level are still operational, whilst other packages have transitioned to Support at Home.
Support at Home funding is based on an aged care assessment, and budgets are typically allocated quarterly. Care For Family is able to explain how this may apply to your situation and how it is possible to combine funded hours with private top-ups.
Can I start privately while I’m waiting for government funding?
Yes. Many families start privately while they’re waiting for approvals or funding to begin. We’ll talk you through how private support can later work alongside government-funded hours if that becomes available.
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