hacc-pyp
home and community Care Program for Younger People
The Home and Community Care Program for Younger People (HACC PYP) helps eligible Victorians maintain their independence and continue living safely in their own homes while staying connected to their local community.
At MHA Care, we believe in locals supporting locals. Our team understands the value of remaining in the place you call home and being part of the community you know and love. Through funding provided by the Victorian Government, we’re able to offer practical support that helps make everyday life a little easier.
HACC PYP is designed for younger people who may be experiencing challenges due to disability, chronic illness, mental health conditions, or other circumstances that make daily tasks more difficult. Support may be needed on a one-off, occasional, or ongoing basis.
Depending on your individual needs and the program guidelines, MHA Care can assist with services such as domestic assistance, social support, and other practical help around the home. Our goal is to work alongside you to support your independence, wellbeing, and ability to continue living the life you choose.
As a local provider, we’re proud to support members of our community with compassionate, reliable services that help people stay independent, connected, and living well at home.
MHA Care is a not-for-profit provider and offer HACC PYP assessments and services to the Greater Shepparton and Moira Shire areas.
Our friendly and experienced support professionals are here to help you work towards your goals with care and understanding.
Victorians who meet the following criteria are eligible for HACC-PYP;
- Under 65 years of age (or under 50 for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people)
- At risk of losing your independence due to disability, chronic medical condition or mental health challenge
- Not receiving NDIS or My Aged Care funding
- Carers of a person (as above) who has difficulty carrying out the tasks of daily living
- In-home respite
- Domestic assistance
- Meal assistance (meal preparation & shopping assistance)
- Personal care (showering, shopping)
- Property maintenance (e.g. gutter clean, smoke detectors)
- Social support
- Planned activity group
- Small group social support
- Capacity building activity (one off or short-term service support to help build skills to remain living independently)
- Service linkages (including Allied Health referral
Home and Community Care is a needs-based program and eligibility does not guarantee access.
Yes, a client contribution is required. During your assessment, we will discuss your financial details to determine whether you are in the low, middle, or high income bracket. This helps us calculate the contribution you will be asked to make towards the services you receive.
Please note: there is no cost for a HACC PYP assessment itself.
- A HACC PYP Referral Form will need to be completed
- You can self-refer by obtaining a form in person from MHA Care or download it from our website www.mhacare.org.au
- Ask your health professional or service provider to supply the form or complete it on your behalf (with your consent)
- Send the completed form via email, post, or in person to the MHA Care intake team
A HACC PYP assessor will make contact for a Living at Home Assessment to assess eligibility and your support needs
You may also fill out Intake Referral Form and forward it to our office.
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If you would like to access respite care services, or wish to enquire on behalf of someone who would benefit from this service, please contact us for further information.