What qualifies as respite care?

‘Respite’ or ‘respite care’ is when someone else takes care of the person you care for, so that you can have a break. A break can give you time to do everyday activities or just to relax, deal with stress and look after yourself.

What is the Chsp Programme?

The CHSP provides entry-level support for older people who need some help to stay at home. Service providers work with them to maintain their independence. Support can include help with daily tasks, home modifications, transport, social support and nursing care.

Can I get paid if I take care of a family member?

Unfortunately, very few programs pay family members or friends on a regular basis to provide care. Sometimes, however, caregiving families may obtain financial relief for specific purposes, such as for respite care or to purchase goods and services, and in some cases, pay for caregiving.

Does Chsp mean tested?

CHSP is not means tested. The hourly fees are very affordable. If you do need more assistance you do not automatically switch over to Home Care. The ACAT assessor will visit you at home or in hospital to review your health and living arrangements.

Who can access Chsp?

To be eligible for this program, you must be aged:

65 years or older (50 years or older for Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people), or.
50 years or older (45 years or older for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people) and on a low income, homeless, or at risk of being homeless.

Can Home Care Package pay for respite?

You can pay for Respite with your Home Care Package funds, but you need to be aware that there are guidelines: You need to have the funds available in your package to fund this. You can only use your funds to pay for Residential Respite if the facility has private beds.

How do you get paid for being a caregiver for your parents?

In California, your funding resources include: