Getting started with care

We’re here to guide you on your care journey and make finding the right type of care as simple as possible.

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Discover which of our services are available in your area.

We do Home Care
in Lismore

Getting older doesn't mean you have to move out of your home. We’ve been caring for people for over 90 years, so if you’re looking for high quality aged care support at your place, talk to our friendly team today.

We do Home Care
in Lismore

Getting older doesn't mean you have to move out of your home. We’ve been caring for people for over 90 years, so if you’re looking for high quality aged care support at your place, talk to our friendly team today.

We do Home Care
in the Hunter

You don’t have to go it alone – we offer a little extra care for a few hours, or a few days, with personalised respite support at your place or ours.

We do Home Care
in the Hunter

You don’t have to go it alone – we offer a little extra care for a few hours, or a few days, with personalised respite support at your place or ours.

Getting older can be complicated

At HammondCare, we do complicated.


So if you're looking for quality aged care, dementia care or palliative care at your place, give us a call and tell us what’s going on. Because even if you don't know what to do next...

We do.

The care you need, at your place

Check out our full list of home care services in Lismore.

We do nursing, and expert clinical care.

Our professionally qualified Clinical Care Managers can come to your place and manage medications, wound care, post-op care, and more.

We do dementia care, that really connects

Our dementia expertise informs every aspect of our care, with Home Care teams skilled in support for people living with dementia, and specialist advice available.

We do physio, wherever you're at

Getting older doesn’t have to mean slowing down – our Physiotherapists, Dietitians and other allied health professionals are standing by to support you.

We do respite care, day or night

You don’t have to go it alone – we offer a little extra care for a few hours, or a few days, with personalised, compassionate support at home, or at one of our cottages or day centres.

We do volunteers, for great company

Whatever you love, there’s probably a HammondCare volunteer who loves it, too. Our 650+ volunteers are looking forward to spending time with you, and enjoy your hobbies.

We do pastoral care, whatever you believe

As an independent Christian charity, we offer emotional and spiritual support to people of all faiths, or none, from any cultural background: it’s about what matters to you.

We do a little home help, inside and out

Our team can help with practical, day-to-day tasks such as meal preparation, grocery shopping, and keeping your home and garden tidy.

We do social clubs just for fun

Step out of your routine at one of our Social Clubs. take part in activities - such as crafts, and music - and share in a delicious, homemade lunch.

We do palliative care, with compassion

However complicated things get, our Home Care teams can support people facing a life-limiting illness to live in their own home, to the last days.

Have you applied for government funded care?

What's the cost?

Services can be funded through your Home Care Package or, if preferred, privately. This gives you flexibility to tailor care to your needs.

Care and support services

A dedicated and consistent member of our care staff will help around the home to complete daily tasks.

Hourly rate

Minimum charge (30-minute booking)*

Monday - Friday (6 am - 8 pm) $82.30 $57.61

Note: A fee of $1.30 per kilometre is chargeable for transport with you provided during a visit.
This is in addition to the standard hourly rate.
*For bookings greater than 30 minutes, the charge is based on the pro-rata hourly rate.
*If your scheduled care runs over the scheduled time, you will be charged for the additional time in 15-minute increments.

Nursing care

A consistent team of registered nurses will regularly visit you at home to provide clinical care in the comfort of your own home.

Hourly rate

Monday - Friday (6 am - 8 pm) $132.50

*For nursing care services, there is a minimum charge of one hour.
*If your scheduled care runs over the scheduled time, you will be charged for the additional time in 15-minute increments.

Respite care costs

Respite provides short-term care in your own home so carers can have a break from their caring role. Rates will vary depending on the day and time of booking.

Hourly rate

Monday - Friday (6 am - 8 pm) $82.30

* These hourly rates relate to Home Care Package clients only and do not apply under CHSP.

Care management

Core advisory and care management services delivered by a specialised care team who are on-hand for initial assessment, care coordination, re-assessment and review of your needs. 

Package level

Cost per fortnight (inclusive of the government subsidy only)*

1. Basic** $70.98

* Fees are subject to change based on individual circumstances. Disclosed charges are based on Government subsidy only.

** There are four levels of Home Care Packages, which are based on each individual’s assessed needs. 

Package management

Package management is the ongoing administration and organisational activities associated with ensuring the smooth delivery of your Home Care Package.

Package level

Cost per fortnight (inclusive of the government subsidy only)*

1. Basic $60.90

* Fees are subject to change based on individual circumstances. Disclosed charges are based on Government subsidy only.

Basic daily fee

In some cases, Home Care Package costs include a basic daily fee set by the Government. HammondCare Home Care no longer charges new clients the basic daily fee.* Instead, you may choose to opt for an additional Private Care Agreement, to extend your home care services outside of your Package.

Package level

Basic Daily Fee paid by you Per day

Basic Daily Per fortnight

1. Basic $0 $0

*From 1 March 2024 HammondCare no longer charges new clients the basic daily fee. 

It's not just care, it's HammondCare

Everyone is different, and we all have different needs at different times in our lives. Wherever you’re at, we’ll meet you there. You can expect:

A compassionate team who are serious about care

When someone joins the HammondCare team, they bring their passion, background and expertise, which we build on with industry best practice training. The result is a team that’s not only skilled, but united by our mission to improve life for those in need.

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Whole-person care: more than just “help around the house”

Our diverse, skilled team is passionate about supporting all aspects of your well-being. Through the full range of care they provide, we deliver ‘whole-person care’—meeting your physical, mental, clinical and spiritual needs.

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Our home care team aren’t just experts, they’re also locals

Our home care team live in the same area as you, which means they can support you at your place, at the shops, or at health appointments. Wherever you need support, our team have you covered.

Flexible Respite

Respite Care available in Casino

If care at your place isn't possible, or if you haven't been assessed for funding, we offer respite in the Northern Rivers.

You don’t have to go it alone – short-term respite care can be available in a matter of days-not months.

We offer respite services for a few hours, or a few days, with personalised respite support at home or at one of our cottages or day centres.

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Hear what others have to say

"Mum is on a Level 4 package managed by HammondCare and lives with me. I can't fault their care, with wonderful, carefully picked workers who look after Mum so well. I'll say I'm pretty fussy as I'm an RN and expect high standards... It's been such a positive experience over the last 12 months, when I'd heard so many stories about other providers."

Sally Woodhead | Google review

"I'm very impressed with HammondCare. I contacted five different companies at the same time and Hammond Care won hands down with their support as I navigated the process, their knowledge and advice and their responsiveness. Within two weeks I had signed up with them and support workers started immediately."

Julie Smith | Google review

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