Income
The total funding available for this period, including your quarterly subsidy, any

carryover from previous periods, and any unspent Home Care Package funds

for Support at Home funding.
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Expenses
​The total estimated cost of all services planned for this period. This is what will

be drawn from your funding to pay for your care.
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Left to spend
The buffer remaining in your budget after planned expenses. This can be used

for additional or unplanned services if needed during the period.
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Client contribuation
Your estimated contribution based on the services planned. This is calculated as a percentage of each service cost based on your income and assets assessment. You’ll be invoiced separately after services are delivered.
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Classification subsidy
​Your quarterly government subsidy based on your approved Support at Home classification level. This is the main funding you receive each quarter.
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Home care account unspent funds & Provider-held Commonwealth unspent funds
If you transitioned from a Home Care Package, you may have unspent funds that are held by your provider or the government.
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Contribution percentages
​Services Australia determines your contribution percentage for each service category based on your income and assets. Different service types have different contribution rates — clinical services typically have no contribution, while everyday living services have higher contribution rates.
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Estimated amounts
​This budget shows estimated contributions. You are NOT required to pay anything when you receive this document. You will receive a separate invoice after services are delivered, and that invoice will show the actual amount you need to pay based on services received.
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Clinical supports
Healthcare services provided by qualified professionals such as nursing, physiotherapy, podiatry, and allied health services. These services typically have no client contribution.
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Everyday living
Services that help with daily living tasks such as domestic assistance (cleaning), meal preparation and delivery, and garden maintenance. These services have higher contribution rates as they relate to everyday expenses.
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Independence
Services that support your independence and participation in the community, including personal care, social support, community access, and transport. These services help you maintain your lifestyle and connections.
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Units
​The quantity of service being provided (e.g., 6 hours, 13 items)
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Unit Cost
The price for one unit of service (e.g., $240.00 per hour)
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Total Cost
The full cost of the service (Units × Unit cost)
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Subsidy
The amount the government pays from your funding
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Contribution
The amount of you will pay (if applicable)

Service name and details
The first line shows the service type, description, and service code. This helps identify exactly what service you’re receiving and its price level (Standard, Enhanced, etc.).
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Schedule information
Shows when the service starts, how often it occurs (daily, weekly, fortnightly), and for how long each visit. This helps you understand the pattern of service delivery planned for this period.
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Units and calculations
The table shows the total units (e.g., 27 hours for the quarter), the rate per unit, and the full cost. The subsidy is what comes from your funding, and the contribution is what you’ll pay (if applicable) based on your assessment.

The balance of funds left to spend at the end of this period.
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Declaration
​Signing accepts the budget as a planning tool but does not trigger any payment. The budget remains flexible for planning purposes. After signing, Members can view and download their budget PDF through the app. It can be sent via an email, or posted.
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