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Explore the changes to the aged care system, referral pathways, services available, and learn how to support your patients to receive the home care they need.

Both webinars are available
to watch on demand. 

Silverchain Head of Policy and Advocacy, Dr Ronelle Hutchinson, shares her expertise on how to navigate the new aged care system. 

She is supported by Silverchain GP Liaisons Dr Leena Patel and Dr Erin O’Donnell-Taylor; and Silverchain Director of Nursing and Safety, Chris Snepvangers. 

Learning outcomes


Upon completion of these webinars, you will be able to: 

  • Compare the New Support at Home program tothe former Home Care Package fundingprogram.
  • Describe the eligibility requirements fortheSupport atHomeprogram.
  • Outline the assessment process forpatients, who may be eligible forthe new Support at Home program.
  • Apply the referral pathway in clinical practice.
  • Identifyservices and resources available throughSilverchainto support patients within home care.

For information on Support at Home, contact us at SCReferrals@silverchain.org.au or call 1300 300 122. 

Please note that watching the webinar on demand is no longer eligible for CPD points. 

Support at Home
Funding for older Australians with low to high needs to access services to stay healthy and connected at home.
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How to get in home aged care
Understand how your patients can start receiving in home aged care services.
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Refer to us

Health professionals can refer patients for government funded aged care by contacting My Aged Care, or by calling 1800 200 422. You can also make an e-referral from your practice management system.

For private services, patients do not require a referral or assessment and can contact us directly. However, you can contact us on a patient’s behalf by calling 1300 300 122.

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Our next Silver Leanings CPD event
Navigating the Support at Home Restorative Care Pathway
Join Silverchain’s panel of aged care experts to understand the Australian Government’s Support at Home Restorative Care Pathway, and how the funding can support older people to access services that will help them to regain or maintain their physical function and independence. 
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Date & Time
  • 12 November 2026
  • 5:00 pm
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