Aged Care Assessment Services
Our Service
The Aged Care Assessment Service (ACAS) is a Government funded service supplied free to people 65yrs and over or 50yrs and over for those of Aboriginal or Torres Straight Island descent. ACAS aims to assist frail elderly people with complex needs to stay in their own home for as long as possible.
who can access this service?
If you would like an ACAS assessment you need to call the My Aged Care contact centre on 1800200422.
They will register you with My Aged Care and ask you a range of questions in order to understand your needs and eligibility for an assessment.
They will ask you questions about:
- Any support you are currently receiving If you have any health concerns
- If you have any health concerns
- How you are managing with activities around the home
- Some questions relating to your safety in the home
Your information will then be forwarded to us and we will contact you to arrange an appointment.
Cost
There is no cost for this service.
Contact
Phone 5022 5444 or email schs@schs.com.au
location/office hours
137 Thirteenth Street (Cnr Deakin Avenue)
Monday to Friday
8:30am to 5:00pm
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*Please note appointments can not be made online.
Please speak with our friendly team at frontline to make an appointment: (03) 5022 5444