Care Finder

Helping older people navigate aged care services and supports

Navigating aged care and other supports can be confusing. Care Finder provides free, practical support to help older people understand their options, connect with services and navigate the aged care system with confidence.

Program Overview
Who is it for
Access to this program

Program Overview

Our experienced team can offer help with:

  • Navigating the My Aged Care system
  • Accessing community care services
  • Engaging with My Aged Care, attending assessments and understanding options
  • Connecting with services and supports
  • Resolving current housing issues and exploring housing options
  • Addressing barriers to accessing support

Who is it for

Care Finder supports older people living in North, North East and North West Tasmania to navigate aged care, community services and supports

The service may be suitable for people who:

  • may be unsure where to start
  • find aged care services or systems confusing or difficult to navigate
  • want to better understand their options
  • need assistance to connect with services and supports
  • would benefit from having someone to guide them through the process

 

Care Finder is available to people aged 65 and over.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and some people experiencing homelessness or housing insecurity may be eligible from age 50, or earlier in some circumstances.

Access to this program

Care Finder offers flexible support across North, North East and North West Tasmania. We can meet with people in their home, in the community, or at our offices in Burnie, Devonport, Launceston and George Town.

Reach out to our friendly team for more information about eligibility and accessing the service.

Phone 1800 819 447 or complete the contact form below.

Care Finder is supported by funding from Primary Health Tasmania (Tasmania PHN) through the Australian Government’s Primary Health Networks Program

Locations

  • North
  • North East
  • North West

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