At Home Aged Care
Live your life, your way – at home in the Riverina
Most of us want to stay in our own home as we get older, surrounded by the people we love in the place we call our own. At The Forrest Centre, we make that possible. Our local team provides caring, professional support right across the Riverina so you can live life on your terms – safely, comfortably and independently.
We support clients in Griffith, Leeton, Narrandera, Tumut and Wagga Wagga Local Government Areas. Call our friendly Forrest Home Care team on 02 6932 3009 for help to work out what kind of care might suit you.
What we can help with
Your home care should fit your life – not the other way around. Whether you need a little extra help day-to-day or more regular support, we’ll tailor a plan around you.
Here’s a taste of what we offer:
Personal care – help with showering, dressing, grooming and medication reminders.
Household tasks – cleaning, laundry, meal preparation and shopping.
Transport and errands – getting to appointments, visiting friends or picking up groceries.
Clinical and allied health – nursing, physio, podiatry and other professional care.
Social support – a friendly face to drop in, share a cuppa and keep you connected.
Home and garden – light maintenance, safety checks and gardening.
Not sure what you need yet? That’s okay – we’ll talk it through together.
How it works
There are a few ways to access care at home. We’ll help you find what’s right for you.
Government-subsidised care
You may be eligible for funding through programs such as:
Commonwealth Home Support Program (CHSP) – for entry-level help at home. You’ll need an individual referral code for each service you’d like to receive and will be asked to make a small co-payment towards the cost of your care. (CHSP will be rolled into the Support at Home program in 2026)
Support at Home (SAH) – for short term support (like home modifications and assistive technology) or ongoing and more complex support.
Private care
Prefer to start straight away or don’t qualify for government funding? You can choose flexible, pay-as-you-go care and adjust it anytime.
Tip: We can help you apply for funding, understand your budget, and set up services that work for you.
Why choose The Forrest Centre
We’re not a faceless national chain – we’re locals caring for locals. For more than 40 years, we’ve supported families across the Riverina with genuine care, compassion and respect.
When you choose us, you’ll get:
A local team that lives and works here too.
Tailored support – we listen, adapt and care for you as an individual.
Continuity of care – familiar faces who know your preferences.
Expert guidance – from nurses and Care Partners who understand the aged care system.
Peace of mind – knowing you’re in capable, compassionate hands.
Not sure where to start?
The aged care system can be confusing but you don’t have to navigate it alone.
Our Aged Care Solutions team is here to help you (or a family member) understand your options. We can:
explain how funding works
help you apply for funding
guide you through assessments and paperwork
arrange a no-obligation in-home visit
Call 02 6932 3009 to book a friendly chat.
What our clients say
“We were extremely happy with Care Worker Natasha who did some shopping for us and prepared some meals. She is lovely and so quick at getting everything done. She cleaned up the kitchen so well, the sink was gleaming afterwards.”
“The support I receive to get me to a specialist appointment means the world to me. I’m grateful for my Case Worker who is happy to help anytime I need assistance.”
“I want to acknowledge all the care staff who attend to me. They are all lovely and very helpful. If it was not for the care staff that take me shopping, I would probably never try different kind of foods. ”
Your next steps
Call us on 02 6932 3009.
Meet our team – we’ll visit you at home to discuss what support would help most.
Register with My Aged Care – To receive government-subsidised support, you’ll need to register with www.myagedcare.gov.au and have an assessment to see what support is right for you.
Start your care – once funding is secured, we’ll design a plan that fits your life and adjust it as your needs change.
Forrest Home Care provides at-home aged care to people across the Riverina including Wagga, Griffith, Narrandera, and Tumut, so you can continue to live at home with as much independence as possible.
We offer a range of services on a short-term or ongoing basis depending on your needs. The types of services you can access include but are not limited to:
Personal care: assistance with personal activities such as bathing, showering, toileting, dressing and undressing, mobility and communication.
Domestic assistance: assistance with housework, laundry and home maintenance.
Nutrition, hydration, meal preparation and diet: assistance with preparing meals, including special diets for health, religious, cultural or other reasons; assistance with using eating utensils and assistance with feeding.
Mobility and dexterity: providing crutches, walkers, walking sticks, mechanical devices for lifting, tri-pillows, pressure-relieving mattresses and assistance with the use of these aids.
Social support: assistance with shopping, paying bills and attending appointments, accessing social, recreational and leisure activities to promote a sense of wellbeing and social interaction.
Nursing, allied health and other clinical services: includes speech therapy, podiatry, occupational or physiotherapy services, hearing and vision services.
Transport and personal assistance: visiting health practitioners and attending social activities.
Management of skin integrity: assistance with bandages, dressings and skin emollients.
If you require support navigating the aged care system, please call one of our expert Aged Care Solutions staff.
Even if you are not yet a customer of The Forrest Centre, you can speak to our friendly staff who are on hand to explain Government rules, talk through the many available options and help you fill in forms. Call 02 6932 3009 to organise an appointment.
Packages and Services
To help you to live in your own home as long as possible, the Australian Government subsidises services and products that support your independence.
Before you can be approved for care, your needs must first be assessed – for a Home Care Package.
Following your assessment, our team of dedicated Care Partners will sit down and talk with you about your needs, goals and service preferences to ensure that your package is just right for you.
We have carefully prepared our pricing schedule to ensure we can provide the best value and service offering for you. Please contact us if you have any questions on 02 6932 3009.
Reviews
Great services allowing me the dignity to remain in my own environment. Great support from Case Worker and social activities worker (HCP customer, Wagga Wagga).
I would be confident recommending Forrest Home Care to my friends and family. In response to my inquiries, Forrest Home Care have always been prompt and helpful and thoughtful. (HCP customer, Griffith).
I was very satisfied when our care plan for our domestic assistance was organised. Many suggestions were made - all very positive. A further follow-up was much appreciated (CHSP customer, Tumut).
Social Participation Program
Staying connected is an important part of healthy ageing.
Our Social Participation Program supports Forrest Community Services customers with access to social, recreational and leisure activities to promote their sense of wellbeing and social interaction.
Our customers can pick and choose which activities they take part in, such as:
Gentle exercise group
Movies
Cards
Themed lunches (e.g. Christmas in July, Easter)
Day trips
Manicures
This program is available in the Griffith, Tumut and Wagga Wagga areas.
Whether you need short-term assistance or ongoing care, there is plenty of support available. For friendly, local advice please contact our expert Aged Care Solutions team. Call 02 6932 3009 to organise an appointment.