What is the TAS HACC program?
The Tasmanian Home and Community Care (TAS HACC) program funds community services for Tasmanians under 65 years of age or under 50 for first nation peoples, and their carers to live independently at home if their capacity for independent living is at risk due to:
- a health event
- living with an ongoing health condition people that need ongoing support and do not meet the eligibility of for the NDIS.
The service aims to help people stay well in their own homes.
Am I eligible for TAC HACC funding?
The program supports people living in Tasmania who are:
- Aged under 65
- Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people aged under 50
Eligibility is based on an assessment of needs and takes into account a difficulty you have in doing daily tasks.
How integratedliving can support people with TAS HACC funding?
• integratedliving supports people with TAS HACC funding in the Northern region of Tasmania..
• TAS HACC clients can access the following services through integratedliving:
How can I get assessed to receive TAS HACC funding?
To be referred to the Tasmanian HACC program. contact the Tasmanian Community Care Referral Service.
References:
Home and Community Care (TAS HACC) program | Tasmanian Department of Health