- Cook nutritious meals tailored to your dietary requirements (e.g., diabetic-friendly, low-sodium).
- Prepare snacks, heat frozen meals, and assist with grocery organization.
- Provide simple menu planning and shopping lists to help you maintain a balanced diet.
HCP In-Home Support
For Seniors Who Live Independently on the Sunshine Coast and Self-Manage Their Home Care Packages
In-Home Support
HCP In-Home Support
At Assist Lifestyle, we understand that comprehensive, reliable in-home support is essential for maintaining your independence and well-being. Our HCP In-Home Support service is designed for Sunshine Coast seniors who self-manage their Home Care Packages (HCP). Whether you need help with meal preparation, medication reminders, shopping, or home safety checks, our qualified support workers are here to ensure you remain comfortable and secure in your own home.
Service Include
In-Home Support Services
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Meal Preparation & Planning
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Medication Reminders & Health Prompts
- Remind you to take prescribed medications at the correct times.
- Assist with opening medication packaging and ensuring doses are accurate.
- Prompt basic health checks (e.g., blood pressure readings) if required.
- Remind you to take prescribed medications at the correct times.
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Shopping & Errands
- Door-to-door transportation or accompanied trips for grocery shopping, pharmacy visits, and other essential errands.
- Assist with in-store tasks, such as selecting items, reading labels, and carrying purchases.
- Unpack and store groceries, ensuring perishables are handled safely.
- Door-to-door transportation or accompanied trips for grocery shopping, pharmacy visits, and other essential errands.
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Home Safety Checks & Minor Modifications
- Perform regular walkthroughs to identify trip hazards (e.g., loose rugs, cluttered pathways).
- Ensure smoke alarms, lighting, and grab rails are functioning correctly.
- Recommend minor modifications—such as installing non-slip mats or repositioning furniture—to enhance safety.
- Perform regular walkthroughs to identify trip hazards (e.g., loose rugs, cluttered pathways).
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Pet Care Assistance
- Feed, walk, and groom companion animals as needed.
- Clean litter boxes or cages, change water bowls, and help with basic pet-related chores.
- Provide company and supervision for pets during your absence or when moving around the house.
- Feed, walk, and groom companion animals as needed.
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Laundry & Linen Support
- Wash, dry, fold, and iron clothes, towels, and bed linens.
- Change bed sheets and make beds to ensure your sleeping area remains clean and comfortable.
- Organize wardrobes and closets for easy access.
- Wash, dry, fold, and iron clothes, towels, and bed linens.
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Basic Household Management
- Assist with light housekeeping tasks (e.g., wiping countertops, loading/unloading dishwashers).
- Coordinate with Trades or Service Providers: accompany them during home visits, translate instructions if needed, and supervise minor repairs.
- Monitor household supplies (e.g., cleaning products, toiletries) and notify you when restocking is required.
- Assist with light housekeeping tasks (e.g., wiping countertops, loading/unloading dishwashers).
How It Works for Self-Managed Clients
You Choose Your Schedule & Services
Select the in-home support tasks you need—whether it’s daily meal prep, weekly home safety checks, or monthly deep cleaning assistance. Schedule visits at times that suit your routine.
Easy Booking Process
Contact our team or use our online portal to request in-home support. Provide details of your preferred days, times, and specific tasks. We’ll match you with a suitable support worker.
Transparent Budget Tracking
After each visit, your support worker submits a timesheet for your approval. Assist Lifestyle processes the claim from your HCP funding—no hidden fees. You can monitor your remaining budget in real time via our secure portal.
Worker Qualifications
Our Support Worker Qualifications
Police-Cleared & NDIS-Cleared
Every support worker holds current police checks and valid NDIS clearances, ensuring your safety and regulatory compliance.
Disability & Aged Care Qualifications
Our carers are formally trained in disability support and aged care assistance, with relevant certifications (e.g., Certificate III in Individual Support, First Aid).
Comprehensive Car Insurance & Well-Maintained Vehicles
For shopping and errand runs, all vehicles are fully insured, regularly serviced, and equipped for comfort.
Local Community Knowledge
Each worker is familiar with Sunshine Coast neighborhoods, shops, and services—so errands and appointments run smoothly.
Multi-Lingual, Culturally Diverse Team
Many workers speak English, Russian, German, Ukrainian, Vietnamese, Filipino, Spanish, and more. We match you with a carer who can assist with translation and understands your cultural preferences.
Why Choose Us?
Why Choose Assist Lifestyle for In-Home Support
Sunshine Coast Expertise
As a locally based provider, we know where to find the best grocery stores, medical clinics, and essential services—ensuring efficient, stress-free errands.
Genuine Self-Management
You retain full control over your HCP funding: decide which tasks you need, when to schedule them, and who provides them. Our transparent fee structure keeps more money in your care budget.
Culturally Sensitive Care
We honour your traditions, dietary preferences, and family dynamics. Whether it’s preparing culturally familiar meals or translating during appointments, we ensure your needs are fully understood and respected.
Reliable & Compassionate Workers
Our team is punctual, trustworthy, and committed to providing practical assistance with empathy and respect. Regular training keeps them up to date on best practices and safety protocols.
Comprehensive Support Under One Roof
From meal prep and medication prompts to home safety checks and pet care, we cover the full spectrum of in-home services—so you don’t have to coordinate multiple providers.
Get Started
How to Get Started
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Contact Our Team
Call us at 07 5612 7045 or email support@assistlifestyle.com.au to discuss your in-home support needs. Provide details of the tasks you require and your preferred schedule.
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Share Your HCP Details
Let us know your Home Care Package level and approved funding. We’ll explain how in-home support hours translate to budget allocation and help you plan accordingly.
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Match & Schedule
We’ll match you with a qualified support worker who meets your language and cultural requirements, then confirm your first visit. You’ll receive a reminder before each scheduled appointment.
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Approve & Track
After each visit, review and approve the timesheet. Assist Lifestyle processes the claim from your HCP funding, and you can monitor your remaining budget in real time via our online portal.
Keep Your Home Safe, Comfortable & Well-Managed
Trust Assist Lifestyle to deliver empathetic, reliable in-home support—so you can continue living independently on the Sunshine Coast with confidence and peace of mind. Contact us today to schedule your first In-Home Support visit.