Community Aged Care Packages
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Community Aged Care Packages are planned and coordinated services to help people with complex care needs remain living in their home. Each package is tailored to an individual's unique circumstances and needs, with the aim of maximising independence and enhancing daily living skills.

Examples of the types of services offered are support to:

	Shower and groom
	Take medication
	Prepare meals
	Travel in the community
	Engage socially
	Manage household tasks
	Attend appointments.

The services are flexible and can change as people’s circumstances alter. They take into account the support of family and friends. The CACP's facilitate connection to the local community.

Perth Home Care Services currently has 57 CACP's funded by the Commonwealth Department of Health and Ageing. There are 30 allocated to the East Metro region and 27 to the North Metro region. 

In order to receive an Aged Care Package, an assessment must be carried out by an Aged Care Assessment Team. The assessment is free. To find your nearest ACAT phone Commonwealth Carelink Centre on 1800 052 222 or visit their website www.commCarelink.health.gov.au.