What is ATHM?
The Assistive Technology and Home Modifications (ATHM) Scheme helps older people stay safe, comfortable, and independent at home by funding helpful equipment and small home changes.
What’s included?
Assistive Technology (AT) Equipment that helps with daily tasks or safety, such as:
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- Walking frames or mobility aids
- Shower chairs or commodes
- Personal alarms
- Helpful kitchen or household tools
Home Modifications (HM)
- Small changes to make your home safer, including:
- Grab rails
- Ramps
- Minor bathroom changes
How funding works
- ATHM funding is separate from your regular Support at Home budget.
- You cannot use your usual Support at Home funds to buy ATHM items.
- Items can only be bought after ATHM funding is approved and added to your budget.
- If you still have Home Care Package (HCP) funds, these may be used for approved ATHM items until the funds run out.
- Funding is provided at low, medium, or high levels, based on your My Aged Care assessment.
How to get ATHM support
- Request an assessment
Your Care Partner can ask My Aged Care for an ATHM assessment for you. - My Aged Care assessment
My Aged Care decides if you are eligible. If approved, this will show in your Support Plan. - Funding added to your budget
Services Australia adds the ATHM funding to a separate ATHM budget linked to your Support at Home services. - Arrange your equipment or modifications
Your Care Partner will help you:- Update your budget
- Get quotes
- Choose suppliers
- Complete any other required steps
Important to know
- There may be delays during assessment and funding approval.
- Do not buy any ATHM items until the funding appears in your budget.
What this means for you
The ATHM Scheme supports you to live safely and independently at home. Your Care Partner will help guide you through each step.
If you have questions or want to get started, contact your Care Partner.
