Self Managed Home Care Packages Albury

What is a Self-Managed Home Care Package — and Why It’s Changing Lives

A self-managed Home Care Package is exactly what it sounds like: you’re in charge. It gives you the power to select your own care workers, schedule services when it suits your day, and manage your package funds with greater flexibility. You get to shape your care in a way that reflects your lifestyle, your culture, and your choices.

For many older Australians, it’s a refreshing alternative to agency-led care. Instead of working through someone else’s roster, you can hire a familiar face from your community or someone who shares your language or background. You can plan your week on your own terms—from morning assistance to help with transport to appointments, right down to a friendly chat over a cuppa.

But what truly sets this model apart is the sense of independence it brings. When we are by your side, self-management doesn’t mean you’re left on your own. We handle the necessary government reporting, track your funds, and make sure you stay compliant with NDIS and aged care regulations. You keep the reins—we simply make the path smoother.

It’s more than a new way to receive care. It’s a new way to live with purpose and peace. For those in Albury seeking more connection, better value, and a care model that finally feels like home, self-managed packages are quietly transforming what aged care can look like.

You deserve care that reflects your life—not one-size-fits-all. And with a self-managed approach, that’s finally within reach.

Freedom to Choose the Right Carers for Your Life

Choosing who supports you isn’t just a detail—it’s the heart of self-managed care. When you’re given the freedom to pick the right people, everything changes. Your care begins to reflect your personality, your pace, and your comfort. And in a place like Albury, where community still matters, having a say in who walks through your door makes all the difference. We understand this. That’s why we make it possible for you to take the lead—quietly helping you stay compliant while you shape your care team exactly how you want.

You’re not stuck with a stranger from a roster. You choose who fits. You decide what you need. Whether it’s help in the kitchen, support with mobility, or someone to help you stay social, the power stays with you. Let’s walk through some of the services our dedicated carers provide—each one designed to bring warmth and dignity back into the everyday.

Home Care

Some days, having someone drop by to help with the little things around the house can mean the world. Our carers bring more than hands-on help—they bring a familiar face, a steady presence, and an understanding of what makes your home feel like yours. It could be folding laundry, watering the plants, or just a friendly hello in the morning. You choose someone who makes your day easier and your home a little lighter.

Daily Living

There’s a quiet strength in being supported through the basics. Whether it’s brushing your hair, preparing breakfast, or taking medication, daily routines matter. Our carers offer gentle support with no rush and no pressure. It’s about working with someone who understands how you like things done. You decide what’s needed and when, and we’re simply here to back you up.

Domestic Assistance

Having a clean, organised home does more than keep things in order—it clears the mind and brings peace. When you’re managing your own care, you can choose someone who respects your home, takes their time, and pays attention to how you like things done. It could be vacuuming the hallway, wiping down the kitchen bench, or changing bed linen—done just the way you prefer.

24-Hour Care

Some people need more than a morning check-in. They need someone close, ready, present—day or night. Through self-management, you can create a roster that suits your needs and choose carers who work together with consistency and care. You know who’s coming and when, and you’re always supported, even in the quiet hours.

Personal Care

Support with personal care should feel safe and respectful. It’s not just about tasks—it’s about how they’re done. Our carers know how to assist without overstepping. They’re trained, but more importantly, they’re kind. Bathing, grooming, dressing—it’s all carried out with privacy, patience, and care that keeps your dignity intact.

Overnight Care

The night can feel long if you’re alone and unsure. Having someone nearby during those hours can offer peace of mind. Maybe you need assistance once or twice during the night, or perhaps you feel more secure just knowing someone is close. Either way, it’s your decision who’s there, how often they check in, and what kind of support they provide.

Disability Care

Living with a disability shouldn’t mean compromising your way of life. Our disability care is shaped around your needs, not the other way around. With self-management, you choose support workers who see your strengths, understand your goals, and help you live as independently as possible. You’re in control of who joins your journey.

Disability Support

Sometimes, it’s not just physical help that’s needed. It’s someone who can advocate, understand, and work alongside you with genuine care. Whether it’s attending appointments, helping with mobility aids, or organising therapy routines, our team supports your daily living and broader aspirations with flexibility and patience.

Complex Care

When care involves medical needs or layered health conditions, you need someone skilled—but also calm and steady. Our team is trained to manage complexity with confidence, but they never lose sight of the person behind the plan. You choose who you trust, and we make sure the systems behind the scenes stay safe and compliant.

High Care

When someone’s needs are high, there’s no room for cold or clinical care. Our carers bring a steady hand and a warm heart. From medication routines to advanced personal care, everything is delivered with patience and precision. You’re the one setting the standard, and your carers follow your lead.

Social and Community Participation

Life’s not just about getting through the day—it’s also about connection. Whether you want to attend a local craft group, go for a walk along the river, or simply catch up at a café, our carers are there to support your community life. You choose who you feel comfortable with—someone who understands your world and helps you stay part of it.

Behaviour Support

When behaviour needs careful guidance, it’s important to have someone calm, understanding, and consistent. Our carers are trained to handle challenging situations with empathy. Through self-management, you choose a support worker who listens, observes, and helps without judgment—someone who works with you, not against you.

Dedicated Support for Every Health Condition and Need

Behind every health condition, there’s a person with a story, a routine, and a way of living that deserves to be honoured. When care is one-size-fits-all, that story often gets overlooked. But when you take a self-managed path, you regain control of your support—ensuring that it fits not just the condition, but the person living with it.

We are here to quietly back you while you build a team around your unique health needs. We offer caregivers with the right knowledge, experience, and emotional intelligence to support a wide range of conditions—always working with care, never rushing, and always respecting your way of doing things.

Arthritis Care

With arthritis, even the smallest tasks can feel bigger than they should. But that doesn’t mean you should have to give up your independence. Our carers can help you move through your day with ease, offering gentle support with things like dressing, grooming, and mobility. You choose someone who’s patient, understanding, and attentive to your pace.

Autism Care

Autism support should be grounded in familiarity, consistency, and respect. Whether it’s supporting communication, managing sensory environments, or guiding through routines, our carers offer steady, personalised help. With self-management, families can handpick a carer who truly connects—with the right approach, tone, and energy.

Cancer Care

There’s no “right” way to walk through cancer. Some days are harder than others, and care should be flexible enough to meet you where you are. Our carers offer support that balances medical understanding with deep empathy—whether it’s help getting to appointments, preparing meals, or simply being a comforting presence.

Epilepsy Care

Living with epilepsy requires carers who know how to respond calmly and quickly, without making you feel fragile. Our team is trained to provide support with awareness and reassurance—helping you manage triggers, maintain routine, and live confidently, knowing help is there when needed.

Heart Disease Care

Heart conditions can come with fatigue, limited mobility, and emotional strain. Our carers focus on keeping things steady—monitoring routines, assisting with medication, and helping with day-to-day activities. You can choose someone who understands the value of pacing, rest, and emotional support.

Huntington's Disease Care

This condition brings both physical and cognitive challenges that evolve over time. That’s why consistent and understanding care is essential. Through self-management, you can choose carers who stay in step with your needs—offering not just clinical help but emotional steadiness in a changing situation.

Mental Health

Support for mental health isn’t just about being present—it’s about being present with intention. Our carers are respectful, non-judgmental, and trained to support people navigating depression, anxiety, or more complex conditions. Choose someone who knows how to listen, when to step back, and how to make each day feel manageable again.

Motor Neurone Disease Care

As MND progresses, the way support is delivered matters more than ever. From communication aids to personal care, our carers adapt to each stage with calm and careful attention. You stay in charge of how things are done, choosing carers who offer comfort and stability through every phase.

Muscular Dystrophy

Living with MD can bring gradual changes, but with the right carer, those changes don’t have to take over your day. Our carers support mobility, help with transfers, and encourage independence where possible. You pick the people who understand your limits—but never define you by them.

Out of Hospital Care

The transition from hospital to home can be overwhelming. With self-managed care, you don’t have to rely on strangers. You can choose carers who help you settle back in, manage medications, assist with meals, and coordinate follow-ups—all while making your recovery feel more like returning to yourself.

Parkinson’s Disease Care

With Parkinson’s, consistency is key. Our carers are trained to help with movement support, medication schedules, and speech or mobility challenges. But more importantly, they offer care that’s steady, respectful, and unhurried—so your routine can remain familiar and your day feels achievable.

Palliative Care

This kind of care is deeply personal. It’s not just about comfort—it’s about honouring life in every moment. Our palliative carers are chosen for their empathy, gentleness, and respect. Whether you’re seeking peace, privacy, or someone to talk to, you can shape your support in a way that brings meaning, not just management.

Dementia Care

Dementia requires a special kind of patience—one that understands that clarity can come and go. Our carers support with quiet consistency, familiar routines, and gentle communication. Families can choose someone who builds trust slowly and respectfully, easing the journey rather than rushing through it.

Support Network’s Platform: Making Self-Management Simple

When people hear the words self-managed care, many assume it’s complex. That it’s going to involve spreadsheets, confusing forms, and long phone calls. But in truth, with the right tools in your hands, it can feel incredibly simple. We’ve created a platform that lets you stay in control without the pressure. Everything’s right in front of you, and you decide how it works—at your own pace, with full visibility.

Post jobs, find carers

If you're looking for a new carer, you don’t need to rely on a coordinator or wait days for referrals. Just post the job through your personal dashboard, browse profiles, and reach out to someone who fits your values. Whether you want someone nearby, someone multilingual, or someone with a certain calmness—you’re the one choosing.

Manage invoices, no paperwork stress

You don’t need to keep files or chase receipts. The platform keeps everything in one place. Once a carer completes their service, they upload their invoice. You review it, approve it, and it’s done. No printing. No confusion. And you can always look back on what’s been spent.

Approve timesheets, stay in control

Your carers log their hours online. You don’t need to sign anything manually or second guess what’s been claimed. You review it directly, and only what you approve goes through. You’re in control of how every minute is counted.

Track your budget with full clarity

Your funding is precious. You should always know where it’s going. Our platform lays it out clearly—how much you’ve used, what’s remaining, and how it’s being allocated. There’s no guesswork. And if something doesn’t look right, you can flag it immediately.

Behind it all, we’re here quietly making sure everything stays compliant with NDIS guidelines, so you never have to worry about the paperwork. You handle the choices; we handle the background.

Why More People Are Turning to Self-Managed Home Care

When care becomes personal—when you get to make the decisions—it stops feeling like a system and starts feeling like life again. That’s what self-managed home care brings. It hands the control back to you while still giving you all the support you need behind the scenes. No rigid schedules. No unfamiliar faces. Just the care you want, shaped around how you live.

People across Albury are discovering how this approach brings more value, more peace of mind, and more of what actually matters. Here are just a few of the quiet but powerful benefits many are experiencing:

Personal choice, every day

You decide who walks through your front door. You choose the faces that support you—and that makes care feel safer and more meaningful.

Better use of your budget

When you manage things yourself, more of your funding goes where it should—into your care. Not into layers of admin.

Care that fits your culture

You can choose carers who speak your language, understand your background, and bring familiarity into the home.

Less confusion, more clarity

From timesheets to invoices, you can see everything happening with your package. No chasing. No wondering.

Stronger connection with carers

You’re not being assigned someone new every week. You choose the ones who stay. That builds trust, and it makes daily care feel more like a partnership.

Support you can count on

While you handle your day-to-day choices, we stand behind you—making sure everything stays within guidelines and nothing gets missed.

Self-managing your care doesn’t mean doing it alone. It means doing it your way, with the right help nearby when you need it most.

Contact Us

If you're thinking about self-managing your Home Care Package but aren’t quite sure where to start, we’re here to walk you through it—gently, clearly, and without any rush. At Support Network, we know that care isn’t one-size-fits-all. Every person needs something a little different, and that’s why we’re ready to listen before anything else.

Whether you’re comparing care providers, working out your care hours, or just want to understand the types of services you’re eligible for—we’re here with answers. We’ll help you make sense of package funding, explain how our aged care concierge support works, and show you how to stay in full control of your care plan without the overwhelm. Let’s talk it through—on your terms.