when and where you need it
In-Home & Community Support
Whether it’s in your home or out in the community,
our staff are available to support you when and where you need it.
What is In-Home and Community Support?
In-Home and Community Support (also known as HCS) is individualised support to live your life.
This can involve assistance with daily tasks, heading out into your community or exploring new skills or interests.
What support can I receive?
Everyone is unique and so is our support.
When you become a HCS customer, you will receive your own plan of supports tailored to you.
We will ask you what you want and need to ensure you get the right support. We can provide assistance with:
Personal care
Transport and travel
Paying bills
Shopping, including planning meals and creating shopping lists
Meal preparation and cooking
Daily living tasks
Cleaning and household chores
Laundry, preparing clothes, helping to organise your wardrobe
Organising and attending appointments with you
Exploring hobbies, interests and pursuing passion projects
Organising and going on holidays
Why Cara?
- We specialise in providing disability services for adults with severe and multiple disabilities. We are experts at supporting people with complex needs.
- As one of South Australia’s leading disability providers we have unparalleled depth of knowledge and skills.
- We have a team of Practice Leaders who are experts in their field and provide guidance on how we can best support you.
- We have robust quality and safeguarding systems, policies and procedures to ensure you receive the best support.
- Cara Connect is our unique personalised service for Cara customers, their decision-makers and support coordinators. Think of our Cara Connect Team as your partner for your journey with Cara and the NDIS.
Our Services
Supported Independent Living
Increase your independence with access to 24/7 support to assist you with daily tasks and building skills.
Short Term Accommodation
The perfect opportunity for you to take a short break from everyday life to learn new skills and expand your social circle.
Specialist Services
Our team of qualified and skilled Allied Health professionals support you to build independence, confidence and skills.
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