Level 4: High-frequency personal & domestic support
Support at Home Classification 4 provides $29,696.4 per year, paid as $7,424.1 per quarter. This classification is for older Australians who need high-frequency personal & domestic support. 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 | $29,696.4 | $7,424.1 |
| Less: care management (max 10%) | − $2,970 | − $743 |
| Available for direct services | $26,726.4 | $6,681.1 |
The 10% care management deduction is a maximum — some providers charge less. Co-payments for independence and everyday living services are additional.
What services does Level 4 typically cover?
Clinical care
- Nursing care
- Allied health therapy
- Nutrition support
- Restorative care
Independence support
- Personal care
- Social support
- Transport
- Therapeutic services
Everyday living
- Domestic assistance
- Meal preparation
- Home maintenance
Actual services depend on your individual care plan and provider offerings. Clinical care services attract nil participant contribution; independence and everyday living services require co-payments.
How is Level 4 different from Level 3 and Level 5?
Level 3: Moderate assistance with daily living
$21,965.7/year — $7,730.7 less than Level 4
Level 4: High-frequency personal & domestic support — current page
$29,696.4/year ($7,424.1/quarter)
Level 5: Daily support with health monitoring
$39,697.4/year — $10,001 more than Level 4
Your classification is determined by an ACAT assessment. Contact My Aged Care on 1800 200 422 to arrange an assessment.
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Data source: Budget amounts sourced from the DoHDA Schedule of Subsidies and Supplements, effective November 2025. Indexed annually on 1 July. Provider data from the ACQSC Provider Register.