The term 'home care package' refers to a fixed amount of money allocated by the federal government to an older person to provide services which will enable them to continue to live independently. You can read more about what a home care package is and who is eligible in the excellent overview provided on The Conversation website Explainer: what is a home care package and who is eligible?
What is a home care package and who is eligible?
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