How private in-home care helps elderly parents and relatives live comfortably at home

Posted in Age care, Caring Hands, Community Care, Southcare Stars20 February 2025

Looking for reliable private in-home care for the elderly South of Perth? At Southcare, we’re all about helping you or your loved ones stay independent and comfortable at home. Our private home care services are flexible and personalised to meet your unique needs, so you can live your best life without the hassle.

What Are Private Home Care Services?

Private home care services available in Australia offer tailored support from private, not-for-profit, or state government providers. Unlike government-subsidised care, private services let you skip the long wait and get the help you need straight away, provide extra help while you wait for your package, and are useful for short-term topup services when needed. Whether you need a hand with a few household tasks or more comprehensive in-home aged care, Southcare is here to support you.

Why Choose Private In-Home Care for the Elderly?

Private in-home care lets ageing parents or relatives maintain their independence with personalised care. Here’s why it might be the right fit for you:

Fast Access: No waiting for approvals—services can start immediately.
Try while you wait: get to know your care provider and try services to support your lifestyle before being allocated your government care package
Customised Support: add top up services to your package when needed to fit your lifestyle and care needs

Types of Private Care Services Available

At Southcare, we provide a wide range of private in-home care options for people over 65, including:

Housekeeping: Cleaning, laundry, and domestic tasks.
Garden Maintenance: Keeping your yard safe and tidy.
Personal Driver Services: Transport to medical appointments or social outings.
Post-Hospital Care: Recover comfortably at home.
Tailored Shopping Trips: Help with groceries and errands.
Gourmet Meal Services: Healthy, tasty meals just for you.

Our private in-home care is as flexible as you need it to be, with services available when you require them.

Who’s Eligible for Private Home Care?

Private home care is perfect for:

Those who’ve been assessed by My Aged Care and don’t qualify for government-funded services.
People waiting for government-funded care packages.
Seniors who want to top up their existing government services with extra help.

If this sounds like you or a loved one, private care offers a fast, personalised solution.

How Much Does Private Home Care Cost in Australia?

Costs for private home care vary depending on the services you need. At Southcare, we believe in clear pricing with no hidden fees. Costs cover wages, travel time, mileage, and administration.

Here’s an example of our fees, effective from 1 January 2025:

Care Worker (30 mins): From $53 (weekdays)
Care Worker (1 hour): From $80 (weekdays)
Nursing Services: From $130 (weekdays)

For a full breakdown, you can download our Private Services Fee Schedule or get in touch for a custom quote.

Why Choose Southcare?

As a not-for-profit, we’re all about putting your wellbeing first. Our team is dedicated to helping you stay independent, safe, and happy at home. Whether you need ongoing private home care or just a helping hand now and then, we’ve got you covered.

Ready to Get Started?

📍 53 Bickley Crescent, Manning WA 6152
📧 enquiries@southcare.org.au
📞 08 6117 3029

Stay independent, stay happy, and stay at home with Southcare. Let us show you how private in-home care for people over 65, elderly parents and relatives can make all the difference.

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