Level 1: Minimal support for independent living
Support at Home Classification 1 provides $11,010.01 per year, paid as $2,752.5 per quarter. This classification is for older Australians who need minimal support for independent living. The government funds 90% of services; participants contribute 10% for care management plus co-payments for independence and everyday living services.
Budget breakdown
| Item | Annual | Quarterly |
|---|---|---|
| Total government subsidy | $11,010.01 | $2,752.5 |
| Less: care management (max 10%) | − $1,101 | − $275 |
| Available for direct services | $9,909.01 | $2,477.5 |
The 10% care management deduction is a maximum — some providers charge less. Co-payments for independence and everyday living services are additional.
This is your ongoing services budget — one of four Support at Home funding streams. Two others don't touch it at all: the Restorative Care Pathway is funded over and above this budget, and the End-of-Life Pathway is accessed instead of it for that period. The AT-HM scheme (equipment and home modifications) is a third, separate budget.
What services does Level 1 typically cover?
Clinical supports
- Basic nursing care
- Allied health assessments
Independence
- Personal care
- Social support
Everyday living
- Domestic assistance
Actual services depend on your individual care plan and provider offerings. Clinical supports services attract nil participant contribution; independence and everyday living services require co-payments.
How is Level 1 different from Level 2?
Level 1: Minimal support for independent living — current page
$11,010.01/year ($2,752.5/quarter)
Level 2: Light personal care & social support
$16,451.35/year — $5,441.34 more than Level 1
Your classification is determined by an ACAT assessment. Contact My Aged Care on 1800 200 422 to arrange an assessment.
Find a Level 1 provider
Browse ACQSC-registered providers in your state who offer Support at Home services.
Data source: Budget amounts sourced from the DoHDA Schedule of Subsidies and Supplements, effective July 2026. Indexed annually on 1 July. Provider data from the ACQSC Provider Register.