The fees below are effective as of 1 November 2025
Clinical Supports
NURSING CARE
Registered Nurse
| Standard Hours | After Hours | Saturday | Sunday | Public Holiday | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hourly Rate | $180 | $195 | $240 | $265 | $355 |
| 30 Min | $150 | $165 | $195 | $215 | $285 |
Registered Nurse – Assessment & Management for Wound Care
| Standard Hours | After Hours | Saturday | Sunday | Public Holiday | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hourly rate | $195 | $210 | $255 | $280 | $370 |
| 30 Min | $165 | $180 | $210 | $230 | $295 |
Enrolled Nurse
| Standard Hours | After Hours | Saturday | Sunday | Public Holiday | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hourly rate | $160 | $170 | $195 | $210 | $260 |
| 30 Min | $140 | $150 | $165 | $175 | $210 |
Enrolled Nurse – Management for Wound Care
| Standard Hours | After Hours | Saturday | Sunday | Public Holiday | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hourly Rate | $170 | $180 | $205 | $220 | $270 |
| 30 Min | $150 | $160 | $175 | $185 | $220 |
CARE MANAGEMENT
Standard Hours Monday – Friday
Hourly Rate $120
Independence
PERSONAL CARE
• Assistance with self-care and activities of daily living.
Personal Care, Medication Management – Self-administration
| Standard Hours | After Hours | Saturday | Sunday | Public Holidays | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hourly Rate | $100 | $105 | $140 | $160 | $210 |
| 45 Min | $90 | $95 | $125 | $140 | $185 |
SOCIAL SUPPORT – COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
• Individual Social Support
• Accompanied Activities
• Cultural Support
• Assistance to maintain personal affairs
| Standard Hours | After Hours | Saturday | Sunday | Public Holidays | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hourly Rate | $110 | $135 | $160 | $175 | $225 |
| 30 Min | $95 | $115 | $130 | $140 | $175 |
INDEPENDENT LIVING
• Meal Preparation
• Digital Education
• Welfare Checks & Calls
• Support with applying Body Lotions (Hands/Feet/Legs)
| Service | Rate |
|---|---|
| Hourly Rate | $110 |
| After Hours | $130 |
| Saturday | $155 |
| Sunday | $170 |
| Public Holiday | $220 |
| 30 Min Service | $120 |
RESPITE IN THE HOME
| Standard Hours | After Hours | Saturday | Sunday | Public Holiday | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hourly Rate | $125 | $135 | $150 | $175 | $210 |
Respite Standard Hours are 6:00 am – 8 pm
TRANSPORT
Transport includes pickup, drop-off, and assistance into and from the vehicle where required.
Fees are based on one-way trips during standard hours (6 am–8 pm).
After-hours or weekend transport may be available by prior arrangement and will be quoted individually.
| Trip Type | Typical Distance / Duration | Standard Hours Fee (One-Way) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Local (Zone 1) | Up to 15 km / approx. <30 min | $30 – $60 | Covers trips inside towns or shorter town trips like Milang–Clayton etc |
| Regional (Zone 2) | 15 – 30 km / 30 – 60 min | $75 – $95 | ie Milang–Strathalbyn |
| Extended (Zone 3) | 30 – 50 km / 60 – 90 min | $95 – $120 | Covers Victor Harbor / Mt Barker |
| Long Distance (Zone 4) | > 50 km or > 90 min | Quoted (POA) | E.g. Adelaide; includes fuel & staff time |
| Day Trip | Up to or longer than 5 hours | Quoted (POA) | Includes return trip and worker support throughout the day |
Additional Time or Support:
If a worker remains with the client (e.g. at medical appointments), the waiting or support time will be charged separately under Individual Social Support rates.
After-Hours / Weekend Rates:
Available upon request.
Everyday Living
DOMESTIC ASSISTANCE
• General House Cleaning
• Laundry Services
• Shopping Assistance
| Standard Hours | After Hours | Saturday | Sunday | Public Holidays | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hourly Rate | $85 | $95 | $110 | $125 | $185 |
HOME MAINTENANCE AND REPAIRS
• Assistance with Home Maintenance & Repairs
• Gardening
| Type | Rate |
|---|---|
| Light Gardening | $95 |
| General Gardening | $105 |
| Home Maintenance | $120 |
NOTES
If you are a self-managed participant and wish to choose your own Third-Party Provider to provide services,
a 10% administration fee will apply on top of that Third-Party Provider’s prices.
CANCELLATION POLICY
PERSONAL SUPPORT, CLEANING, HOME & GARDEN MAINTENANCE, NURSING, IN-HOME RESPITE, AND 1:1 SOCIAL SUPPORT
• The notice period for customer cancellations is 24 hours.
• A cancellation fee at the full cost of the scheduled service will be billed if the service is cancelled with less than 24 hours’ notice or the customer is not at home at the time scheduled.
• If a customer rejects the offer of a suitably compatible alternate worker and therefore cancels the service with less than 24 hours’ notice, the full cost of the scheduled service will be billed.
EXERCISE & WELLNESS GROUPS
• The notice period for customer cancellations for exercise and wellness groups is 24 hours.
• A cancellation fee at the full cost of the class will be billed if the service is cancelled with less than 24 hours’ notice.
ALLIED HEALTH SERVICES
• The notice period for customer cancellations for 1:1 services (clinic and in-home) is 24 hours.
• A cancellation fee at the full cost of the scheduled service will be billed if the service is cancelled with less than 24 hours’ notice or the customer is not at home at the time scheduled.
GROUP SOCIAL EXPERIENCES
• The notice period for customer cancellations for group experiences remains unchanged at 24 hours.
• A cancellation fee at the full cost of the group experience will be billed if the service is cancelled with less than 24 hours’ notice.
This information is correct at the time of publishing and valid from 1st November 2025.
Prices are reviewed regularly and may change.
All prices exclude GST.
Milang & District Community Association – Lakes Home Care
ABN 69 623 040 557
