Short Term Pathways

In addition to ongoing home care services, you may be eligible to access three short-term pathways that help older people stay independent and live at home longer:
• Restorative Care Pathway
• Assistive Technology and Home Modifications (AT-HM) Scheme
• End-of-Life Pathway

Restorative Care Pathway

The Restorative Care Pathway provides short-term, intensive support to help you stay independent and continue doing the things you enjoy.
This pathway aims to:
• Prevent or delay the need for ongoing in-home or higher-level care
• Support you to regain your ability to carry out daily activities
• Help you manage new or changing age-related conditions
• Provide education and skills to maintain independence for longer
Access to the Restorative Care Pathway is based on an assessment of your needs.

Assistive Technology and Home Modifications (AT-HM) scheme

The AT-HM scheme gives Support at Home participants access to assistive technology and home modifications based on assessed needs without needing to save up funds from their quarterly budget.
Assessors may approve funding for assistive technology, home modifications or both.
Examples of assistive technology:
• Mobility equipment such as walking sticks, frames and wheelchairs
• Toileting supports including bedpans and commodes
• Bathing devices such as shower chairs and bath boards.

Assistive Technology and Home Modifications list (AT-HM list)

Home modifications

Home modifications make your living space safer and more accessible, allowing you to stay at home longer.
Examples include:
• Grab rails in the shower or bathroom
• Internal and external handrails
• Non-slip surfaces on floors and stairs
In some cases, more significant modifications may be approved, such as:
• Bathroom redesigns to improve accessibility
• Ramps or stair lifts