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Are you:
- · younger than 65, or a First Nations community member and younger than 50?
- · living with chronic illness, mental health issues or disability?
- · in need of some help with your health or at home?
If so, the Home and Community Care Program for Younger People may be able to help you.
How can the Home and Community Care Program for Younger People help me?
The Home and Community Care Program for Younger People funds services that help you improve your health and wellbeing.
Our goal is to help you achieve optimal health so you can manage better at home and be involved in your community.
You may receive the following services through the Home and Community Care Program for Younger People:
- · nutrition and dietetics
- · physiotherapy
- · exercise physiology
- · exercise group programs
- · occupational therapy
- · podiatry
- · diabetes education
- · nursing
- · linkages (we help you navigate the healthcare and disability support system).
Where does Latrobe Community Health Service fit in?
Latrobe Community Health Service is a Home and Community Care Program for Younger People provider.
This means we work alongside you to plan your care.
We then deliver the necessary services to help you be as independent as possible.
How do I access this program?
You may be eligible for the Home and Community Care Program for Younger People if you:
- · live in Victoria
- · are younger than 65, or identify as First Nations and are younger than 50
- · have a chronic illness, mental health issue, disability, or a condition that stops you from doing everyday activities and taking part in your community.
If you think this program could help you, give us a call today.
Phone us on 1800 242 696.
Our friendly team will ask you a few questions about your health, wellbeing, and life.
Together, we will create a care plan with the services you need to stay independent and happy at home.