Gratitude In-Home Care

19/06/2026

Should you pay a lump sum or a daily fee for your nursing home room?

In this Episode 5 highlight of Outreach, Daniel from Services Australia explains one of the most important financial decisions people face when entering residential aged care.

🌟 The Lump Sum (RAD)
Pay a larger amount upfront as a refundable deposit. When you leave aged care, the remaining balance is returned to you or your estate. Depending on your circumstances, this option may also affect how your assets are assessed.

🌟 The Daily Payment (DAP)
Keep your savings where they are and pay a smaller accommodation fee each day. While this may reduce the upfront cost, those daily payments can add up significantly over time.

The key question isn't which option is better, it's which option is better for your situation.

That's where Services Australia can help, comparing different scenarios and showing how each choice may impact your finances over the years ahead.

You can schedule a meeting with an Aged Care Specialist Officer (ACSO) if you need assistance with this.

Check out the full episode on Youtube and Mixcloud via the links below:
🎥YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NJy6b_5qAno

🎧MixCloud: https://www.mixcloud.com/Outreach_Podcast_Radio/outreach-episode-5-services-australia/

OUTREACH is a show dedicated to aged care, disability, and the power of community connection proudly brought to you by &

If you would like to share your story, send through an expression of interest to Marcus or Brian on:
📧 [email protected]
📧 [email protected]

16/06/2026

Do I need to sell the family home if you move into a nursing home?

It's one of the most common questions Daniel hears as an Aged Care Specialist Officer with Services Australia.

In this Episode 5 highlight of Outreach, Daniel from Services Australia breaks down how participant contributions work under the new Support at Home program.

These decisions can have significant financial implications, which is why understanding your options is so important.

Rather than relying on what you've heard from others, Daniel explains how Services Australia can help you explore different scenarios and understand what they could mean for your individual circumstances.

You can schedule a meeting with an Aged Care Specialist Officer (ACSO) if you need assistance with this.

Check out the full episode on Youtube and Mixcloud via the links below:
🎥YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NJy6b_5qAno

🎧MixCloud: https://www.mixcloud.com/Outreach_Podcast_Radio/outreach-episode-5-services-australia/

OUTREACH is a show dedicated to aged care, disability, and the power of community connection.

If you would like to share your story, send through an expression of interest to Marcus or Brian on:
📧 [email protected]
📧 [email protected]

12/06/2026

Worried about out-of-pocket costs under Support at Home?

In this Episode 5 highlight of Outreach, Daniel from Services Australia breaks down how participant contributions work under the new Support at Home program.

The amount you contribute depends on the type of support you require:
✔️ Clinical care – no out-of-pocket contribution
✔️ Independence support – lower contribution rates
✔️ Everyday living services – higher contribution rates

Most importantly, Daniel explains how Services Australia can help you understand exactly what those costs could look like based on your individual circumstances.

You can schedule a meeting with an Aged Care Specialist Officer (ACSO) if you need assistance with this.

Check out the full episode on Youtube and Mixcloud via the links below:
🎥YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NJy6b_5qAno

🎧MixCloud: https://www.mixcloud.com/Outreach_Podcast_Radio/outreach-episode-5-services-australia/

OUTREACH is a show dedicated to aged care, disability, and the power of community connection.

If you would like to share your story, send through an expression of interest to Marcus or Brian on:
📧 [email protected]
📧 [email protected]

11/06/2026

🎙️ OUTREACH | Episode 5 – Out now on Youtube & Mixcloud

We’re back this week with another exciting episode of Outreach Proudly brought to you by Gratitude In-Home Care & I-Help Disability Services

In this episode, we’re joined by Daniel who is an Aged Care Specialist Officer (ACSO) at Services Australia, who shares valuable information about navigating the aged care system and accessing the support available through My Aged Care such as:
- Support at Home (SAH)
- Transitioned Home Care Package
- Contributions
- Permanent Residential Aged Care

Check out the full episode on Youtube and Mixcloud via the links below:

🎥YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NJy6b_5qAno

🎧MixCloud: https://www.mixcloud.com/Outreach_Podcast_Radio/outreach-episode-5-services-australia/

OUTREACH is a show dedicated to aged care, disability, and the power of community connection.

If you would like to share your story, send through an expression of interest to Marcus or Brian on:
📧 [email protected]
📧 [email protected]

05/06/2026

🎙️ OUTREACH | Episode 5 – Coming Soon!

Another great episode of Outreach is on the way!

Proudly brought to you by Gratitude In-Home Care & I-Help Disability Services, Outreach is a show dedicated to aged care, disability, and the power of community connection.

In this episode, we're joined by Daniel from Services Australia, an Aged Care Specialist Officer (ACSO), who shares valuable information about navigating the aged care system and accessing the support available through My Aged Care.

Episode 5 is coming very soon, so be sure to watch this space!

If you would like to share your story, send through an expression of interest to Marcus or Brian on:
📧 [email protected]
📧 [email protected]

25/05/2026

At Gratitude Home Care, Care Management is focused on practical coordination of services that genuinely improves quality of life.

Our care team has supported Anna through a package upgrade and transition from Home Care Package to Support at Home program services.

The Care team has also supported her to access to services including gardening, cleaning, osteopathy, and a falls alarm, with supports gradually expanding over time.
Anna is now happier, safer, and more comfortable in her home and body, with a cleaner living environment, reduced loneliness, and renewed independence.

To learn more about Gratitude Home Care’s Support at Home or Transitioned Home Care Package services, visit our website at 🌐https://gihc.com.au/ or connect with us on:
📞 1300 912 155
📧 [email protected]⁠ ✨Referral: gihc.com.au/referral

13/05/2026

13/05/2026

🎙️ OUTREACH | Episode 4 – Out now on Youtube & Mixcloud

We’re back this week with another exciting episode of Outreach Proudly brought to you by Gratitude Home Care & I-Help Disability Services!

In this episode, we’re joined by Rajiv Khosla who is the Founder, Social Entrepreneur & Lead Researcher behind My Matilda AI Robot, the robot designed to support older people living with dementia and social isolation, as well as NDIS participant living with autism.

Rajiv discusses how My Matilda supports independent living for older Australians and NDIS participants through health monitoring, alerts, and human-like interaction. A world-class AI Robot for all ages, it builds social skills, reduces behaviours, and enhances learning while easing carer burden
Check out the full episode on Youtube and Mixcloud via the links below:
🎥YouTube: https://youtu.be/5ey2txECR9g

🎧MixCloud: https://www.mixcloud.com/Outreach_Podcast_Radio/outreach-episode-4-my-matilda-ai-robot-prof-rajiv-khosla/

OUTREACH is a show dedicated to aged care, disability, and the power of community connection.

If you would like to share your story, send through an expression of interest to Marcus or Brian on:
📧 [email protected]
📧 [email protected]

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01/05/2026

🎙️ OUTREACH | Episode 4 – Coming Soon!

Another exciting episode of Outreach is on the way!

Proudly brought to you by Gratitude Home Care, I-Help Disability Services, Westsider Radio & The Westsider Newspaper.

In this episode, we’re joined by Rajiv Khosla who is the Founder, Social Entrepreneur & Lead Researcher behind My Matilda AI Robot.

Rajiv showcases how My Matilda, the AI Robot supports independent living for older Australians and NDIS participants through health monitoring, alerts, and human-like interaction. A world-class AI Robot for all ages, it builds social skills, reduces behaviours, and enhances learning while easing carer burden. Co-created over 12 years, it delivers personalised, accessible support both offline and online.

🎙️ Plus, Brian puts Matilda to the test with a few questions of his own!

OUTREACH is a show dedicated to aged care, disability, and the power of community connection.

Episode 4 is coming very soon, so be sure to watch this space!

If you would like to share your story, send through an expression of interest to Marcus or Brian on:
📧 [email protected]
📧 [email protected]


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