Staying in your home
If you've chosen to stay in your own home after retirement, there are programs that can help pay for modifications to help you live independently in your own home.
Many people choose to stay in their long-term home in retirement because of existing family and social connections.
But as people grow old, their existing home may not meet the changing demands of aged care living.
There are programs that provide money to help pay for modifications to your home like:
- installing grab rails and ramps
- help with your garden and home maintenance
- arranging cleaning services
- getting help with meal preparation.
For more information, see EnableNSW's Safe and Supported at Home initiative.
Additionally, the cost of some changes to your home and in-home care options are partially covered by My Aged Care.
Learn how My Aged Care can help you live independently and safely at home.