Personal Care & Daily Support
NDIS personal care in Parramatta. Everyday help at home, and support to do more yourself.
Personal care covers the parts of the day that are hard to manage alone. That might be getting up, showering and dressing. It might be cooking dinner or keeping the house running. Help is given with respect. We take time to get to know you.
You decide what you would rather do yourself. We help with the rest. If you want to take on more of your routine, we work toward it with you. That might be making your own breakfast or doing the weekly shop.
What this looks like day to day
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Given with dignity
Personal care is personal. We take our time, respect your privacy and do things the way you like them done.
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A say in who supports you
Tell us what matters to you in a support worker. If someone is not the right fit, we look at a change.
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Working toward doing more
We help you build daily skills at your pace. We step back when you are ready.
What the support can cover
Every plan is different, so we plan the mix with you. This support can include:
- Showering, dressing and personal hygiene
- Getting in and out of bed and moving safely at home
- Preparing meals and help with eating
- Household tasks such as cleaning and laundry
- Building skills to do more for yourself
- Shopping, errands and getting to appointments
How we work together
We start by listening. Then we change things as your goals change.
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We start with a conversation
We ask what you need, what you would rather do yourself and what feels comfortable.
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We match you with a worker
We look at skills, interests and personality, and ask what matters to you.
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Support starts
We agree on times that suit your routine and introduce your support workers.
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We check in and adjust
We check your goals with you and change your support as you grow. If you want, your family hears how it is going.
Who this support suits
This support suits anyone who needs a hand with daily life at home. It might be a little help a few times a week. It might be more help each day. If you are not sure what you need, we will help you work it out.
How we work
“Good support fits into your day and helps you do more of it yourself.”
Altura Care
Common questions
Here are the questions we hear most. If yours is not here, ask us.
Prefer to talk it through?
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Can I choose who supports me?
You have a say. Tell us what matters to you in a support worker. If someone is not the right fit, we will talk it through and look at a change.
Can you help me do more for myself?
Yes, if that is your goal. We agree on the skills you want to build. Then we practise them with you in your everyday routine.
Can my family be involved in how care is given?
Yes, if you want them to be. Your family can tell us how you like things done.
Other ways we can support you
Talk to us about this support
Tell us what you need. We will get back to you and talk it through. Support coordinators are welcome to send a referral.