Kirrae Health Service Inc.
1 Kirrae Avenue, Purnim 3278
Elder Care Support
Commonwealth Home Support Program (CHSP)
Home and Community Care Program for Younger People (HACC PYP)
Elder Care Support
Partnering with NACCHO, we believe that Elders and older Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people deserve aged care that respects their identity, culture, and community ties.
While accessing mainstream aged care can be challenging, many Elders and older Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people prefer to receive care On Country and within their communities, where they feel understood and safe.
With Aboriginal Elder Care Connectors on staff, both members of our Aboriginal Community with a deep connection to Community, we work together with our clients to provide culturally safe and locally adapted aged care. We understand the unique needs of Elders and older people.
We focus on enhancing quality of life by blending traditional knowledge with modern practices, reinforcing cultural connections, and supporting older people to live with dignity and pride.
Collaboration is key. We work with clients and families, health workers, assessment officers and other organisations, to ensure Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander voices are valued in decision-making. We work to help address barriers to aged care.
Navigating the My Aged Care system is not easy. We can help. Just give us a call on (03) 5567 1270.
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Elder Care Services
The Elder Care Support program provides services that include:
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supporting older First Nations people to understand aged care services
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navigate the assessment process and help with choosing a provider
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supporting families, friends and carers to understand how to access aged care services
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advocating for older First Nations people by working with assessors and providers to meet their needs supporting older First Nations people while they receive aged care services
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assisting with other types of health needs, such as disability supports
The Elder Care Support program provides culturally safe:
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support across the aged care journey
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guidance on aged care services with a focus on the diverse needs of older First Nations people
Listen to our Elder Care staff on the radio
Home and Community Care Program for Young People
Our HACC-PYP service is for Indigenous people aged under 50 or non Indigenous aged under 65 who may need extra support and help to stay at home. We mainly offer home maintenance services, Planned Activities and Social Support.
Commonwealth Home Support Program
Our CHSP service is for Indigenous people aged over 50 or non Indigenous aged over 65.
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Social Support lunches, Community Lunches, NAIDOC day, Close The Gap Day, Biggest Morning Teas, there's always something going on!
Wellness and Reablement
Health research shows that physical activity, good nutrition and enjoying the company of others assists in keeping people living independently at home and in their community for longer. The Kirrae HACC Program supports people to be involved in managing their own health and the way they live.
The services offered by Kirrae are designed to support you or people you care for to stay active and independent and living within the community/your own home for as long as possible.
Programs aim to assist people in staying active, involved and doing as much for themselves as possible. Goals are individual with services that are flexible. The service aims to promote wellness, quality of life, independence and keeping people connected within the community.
Cultural Diversity
Kirrae recognises that we are all shaped by our history and cultural backgrounds, which in turn influences the way we see the world around us, our values, our spiritual beliefs and how we perceive ourselves and relate to other people.
As an Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation, Kirrae Health Service is at the forefront of cultural diversity and awareness. At the service we have a dedicated Cultural Room representing the history of the Framlingham Community. We have Aboriginal Health Workers available to liaise with clients and health professionals and to assist HACC staff with any cultural diversity needs.
Whilst our organisation provides services primarily for Aboriginal people and their families, others associated with us are influenced by their own culture, age group and experiences.
Kirrae is mindful that each individual has a right to expect quality of service that is culturally appropriate and tailored to suit their individual needs.
