Aged care in the comfort of your own home
Aged care that supports older Australians to live safely, comfortably and with dignity at home. Trusted and reliable care at home across the Central West and Western NSW.
“Home is where the heart is” - aged care that promotes independence and helps you stay at home
At DANS, aged care is about helping you stay in the place you know and love. We take the time to understand your needs, build a personalised care plan, and support your independence, so you can continue living comfortably at home, in your local community.
Health care that supports independence
Your care plan is built around your routines, not a fixed template.
Our registered nurses and care team work together to support your health while helping you stay independent at home, for as long as possible.
Stay in the home and community you know and love
We focus on keeping you connected to your home, your routines, and your local area - avoiding the need to move into residential care wherever possible.
Consistent aged care built around you
You'll have the same small team at each visit. They learn your routines and adjust your support as your needs change.
Get in home care started in four easy steps
Our job is to make getting started easy, reassuring and worry-free.
Step 1: Contact us
Call us (the easiest way!) or fill out the quick assessment form.
Step 2: Tell us your needs and goals
We actively listen to what you need and the goals you have.
Step 3: Let us build you a care plan
We develop a care plan that meets your needs holistically.
Step 4: Care begins
Regular check-ins and adjustments keep things on track.
Aged care services tailored to your needs
From a few hours a week to round-the-clock support, we offer care tailored to your needs.
Care support
Specialty assistance
Understanding your options for funding aged care at home
Each funding pathway works a little differently, and understanding your options can feel overwhelming at first. DANS helps simplify the process by explaining what support may be available, how each pathway works, and what steps are involved.
Whether you are accessing government-funded care, paying privately, or combining different options, we help you organise it and keep the day-to-day cost manageable.
Aged care services funded through the Support at Home program.
As an approved provider, DANS can arrange care plans tailored to your needs.
Aged care services funded through your DVA entitlements.
DANS helps veterans get the support they need, with care arranged around them.
Private care services you arrange and pay for using your own funds.
DANS can arrange care quickly and flexibly, based on the support you need.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Questions about in-home care, funding, and getting started? We've answered the ones we hear most.
What aged care services does DANS provide?
DANS provides in-home aged care across Central West and Western NSW, including personal care and showering, nursing and clinical care, medication support, domestic assistance, transport to appointments, in-home respite and 24-hour support. See the full list of services.
Can aged care help me stay in my own home?
Yes, that is its purpose. In-home aged care brings support to you - it is not residential or nursing home care. With the right services in place, most older people can stay in their own home, keep their routines and remain part of their local community.
Can DANS help me understand aged care funding?
Yes. The main pathways are Support at Home (the government program that replaced Home Care Packages in November 2025), DVA aged care for veterans, and private care. Government funding starts with a My Aged Care assessment - call 1800 200 422, or ask DANS to walk you through it.
What is the difference between home care and a nursing home?
Home care brings support to you: care workers and nurses visit your own home for the hours you need, and you keep your routines, pets and community. A nursing home is residential aged care - you move into a facility with 24-hour staffing. Home care suits people who can live safely at home with the right support. DANS provides home care only, including 24-hour and palliative care at home.
How do I get assessed for aged care?
Register with My Aged Care on 1800 200 422 or at myagedcare.gov.au, then an assessor visits you at home to work out the support you need. The assessment is free. Once you are assigned a Support at Home classification, you choose a provider. DANS can help you prepare for the assessment or start services once it is done.
Still have questions?
Get in touch. We're here to help.
Ready to get started?
We’d be happy to speak with you. Contact us for a free care assessment, or simply have a chat with our team to ask questions and understand your options.
