From 1 November 2025, the new End-of-Life Pathway will be introduced under the Support at Home program, giving older Australians the choice to remain at home in their final months. With $25,000 in funding available over 12 weeks, extendable to 16 if needed, the pathway ensures faster access to care and a compassionate, coordinated approach that supports physical, emotional, spiritual, and psychological needs.
Eligibility requires a diagnosis from a medical or nurse practitioner confirming three months or less to live, along with an Australian-modified Karnofsky Performance Status (AKPS) score of 40 or below. A completed End-of-Life Pathway form, available on the My Aged Care website from 1 November, is required to begin.
The program provides a mix of fully funded and contribution-based services. Clinical care, such as nursing, is completely covered by the government, ensuring vital medical support comes at no cost to the participant. Everyday living services like cleaning or meal preparation, along with supports for independence, may require a contribution depending on financial circumstances. Assistive technology and certain home modifications can also be included where appropriate.
This pathway offers a dignified option for people to spend their final chapter surrounded by familiar comforts and loved ones.
Gratitude Home Care is a national provider of Palliative Care, delivered as part of our specialist community nursing services under the current Home Care Package program. We will support participants through the new End-of-Life Pathway, launching on 1 November 2025 under the Support at Home program.
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