Private home care providers in Lakes Entrance, Victoria
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Serves Lakes Entrance + 231 other areas in VIC
- 5.0 on Google (11 reviews, Oct 2026)
- Receiving Carevo enquiries
- Active on Carevo this week
- Funding accepted
- Private
About Aligned Assist
Aligned Assist is in the top 10 for private home care in Lakes Entrance because they have 103 Carevo connections for this service, list Lakes Entrance in their service area and accept private funding. They are a provider offering private home care serving Lakes Entrance, Victoria from South Morang, Victoria. Most enquiries to them come from families and carers. Besides personal care, they most often accept Carevo enquiries about support coordination. How we rank
How this listing is sourced
- Registered NDIS provider (NDIS Commission)
- Business address on file
Serves Lakes Entrance + 120 other areas in VIC
- Receiving Carevo enquiries
- Active on Carevo this week
- Funding accepted
- Private
About Austin Care Group
Austin Care Group is in the top 10 for private home care in Lakes Entrance because they have 8 Carevo connections for this service, list Lakes Entrance in their service area and accept private funding. They are a provider offering private home care serving Lakes Entrance, Victoria. Most enquiries to them come from families and carers. Social support and cleaning are among the other services named in their accepted Carevo enquiries. How we rank
How this listing is sourced
- Registered NDIS provider (NDIS Commission)
- Business address on file
Serves Lakes Entrance + 77 other areas in VIC
- Funding accepted
- Private
About Joyful Living Support Services
Joyful Living Support Services is in the top 10 for private home care in Lakes Entrance because they have 5 Carevo connections for this service. They are a provider offering private home care serving Lakes Entrance, Victoria. Besides personal care, their accepted Carevo enquiries most often concern cleaning and social support. How we rank
How this listing is sourced
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Serves Lakes Entrance + 67 other areas in VIC
- Funding accepted
- Private
About Brightest Care
Brightest Care is in the top 10 for private home care in Lakes Entrance because they have 5 Carevo connections for this service. They are a provider offering private home care serving Lakes Entrance, Victoria from Narre Warren, Victoria. Besides personal care, they most often accept Carevo enquiries about cleaning and gardening. How we rank
How this listing is sourced
- Registered NDIS provider (NDIS Commission)
- Business address on file
Serves Lakes Entrance + 214 other areas in VIC
- Receiving Carevo enquiries
- Active on Carevo this month
- Funding accepted
- Private
- Team includes
- Other allied health, developmental educator, social or health science professional
About Care To Heal Moone ponds Branch
Care To Heal Moone ponds Branch is in the top 10 for private home care in Lakes Entrance because they have 6 Carevo connections for this service. Besides personal care, their accepted Carevo enquiries most often concern cleaning. Most enquiries to them come from participants directly. How we rank
How this listing is sourced
- Registered NDIS provider (NDIS Commission)
- Business address on file
Aged care provider Serves Lakes Entrance + 4 other areas in VIC
- Funding accepted
- Private
- Team includes
- Occupational Therapist
About Gippsland Lakes Complete Health - Bairnsdale
Gippsland Lakes Complete Health - Bairnsdale is in the top 10 for private home care in Lakes Entrance because they are an approved aged care provider for this service. Based in Bairnsdale, Victoria, they are an approved aged care provider offering private home care serving Lakes Entrance, Victoria. How we rank
How this listing is sourced
- Registered NDIS provider (NDIS Commission)
- Registered aged care provider in government register data copied by Carevo; check the current entry on My Aged Care
- Business address on file
Aged care provider Serves Lakes Entrance
- Funding accepted
- Private
About Lakes Entrance Care Community
Lakes Entrance Care Community is in the top 10 for private home care in Lakes Entrance because they are based in Lakes Entrance. They are an approved aged care provider offering private home care in Lakes Entrance, Victoria. How we rank
How this listing is sourced
- Registered aged care provider in government register data copied by Carevo; check the current entry on My Aged Care
Serves Lakes Entrance + 136 other areas in VIC
- Receiving Carevo enquiries
- Active on Carevo this week
About Skycare Solutions
Skycare Solutions is in the top 10 for private home care in Lakes Entrance because they have 2 Carevo connections for this service. Besides personal care, their accepted Carevo enquiries most often concern support coordination and social support. Most enquiries to them come from participants directly. How we rank
How this listing is sourced
- Registered NDIS provider (NDIS Commission)
- Business address on file
Serves Lakes Entrance + 66 other areas in VIC
- Receiving Carevo enquiries
- Active on Carevo this month
About Little Flower Health Services
Little Flower Health Services is in the top 10 for private home care in Lakes Entrance because they have 3 Carevo connections for this service. They are a provider offering private home care serving Lakes Entrance, Victoria from Craigieburn, Victoria. Besides personal care, they most often accept Carevo enquiries about nursing. How we rank
How this listing is sourced
- Registered NDIS provider (NDIS Commission)
- Business address on file
Aged care provider Serves Lakes Entrance + 6 other areas in VIC
About Disability Connect Victoria
Disability Connect Victoria is in the top 10 for private home care in Lakes Entrance because they are an approved aged care provider for this service. They are an approved aged care provider offering private home care serving Lakes Entrance, Victoria. How we rank
How this listing is sourced
- Registered NDIS provider (NDIS Commission)
- Registered aged care provider in government register data copied by Carevo; check the current entry on My Aged Care
- Business address on file
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About Private Home Care in Lakes Entrance
This guide compares private home care providers in Lakes Entrance, ordered by service match, distance, register status and activity on Carevo. There are currently 17 private home care providers serving Lakes Entrance.
What to compare before choosing
Use these service-specific checks when you contact providers in Lakes Entrance. Confirm each answer directly; a directory listing does not prove current capacity.
Registration status
A purely private service can operate without Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission registration, so external oversight varies.
Ask: Are you registered with the Commission for funded care, and if not, how do you screen and insure workers?
Complete rate card
No price caps apply to private care, so the full schedule decides what a week actually costs.
Ask: Can I have your complete rate card in writing, including evening, weekend and cancellation rates?
Worker continuity
Private care works best with a small, consistent team rather than a rotating roster.
Ask: How many different workers should I expect in a normal fortnight?
Response speed
A provider slow to answer a new inquiry is unlikely to be fast when a shift needs covering.
Ask: Who do I call when a shift falls through, and how quickly is it covered?
Frequently Asked Questions
How quickly do providers respond to enquiries in Lakes Entrance?
Across VIC on Carevo, providers accept enquiry details with a median of 3 minutes. 73% of enquiries have enquiry details accepted within 1 hour, and 88% within 24 hours (based on 8216 provider connections across VIC).
How many private home care providers are in Lakes Entrance?
There are currently 17 private home care providers serving Lakes Entrance listed on Carevo.
How much does private home care cost in Lakes Entrance?
Private Home Care in Lakes Entrance typically costs Set by each provider; NDIS price caps are a useful hourly reference point for the same support. Rates depend on the provider and the type of support required.
How do I choose a private home care provider in Lakes Entrance?
Look for providers who are NDIS registered, have experience with your specific needs, and service Lakes Entrance. Use our directory to compare providers, check the registration details they report, and view their service offerings.
Can I choose my own private home care provider in Lakes Entrance?
Yes. Carevo lists 17 private home care providers serving Lakes Entrance, and you are free to choose the one that best fits your needs. You can compare providers by their services, reported registration, and coverage area before making a decision.
What qualifications should private home care providers in Lakes Entrance have?
Providers should hold relevant industry qualifications, current police checks, and appropriate insurance. NDIS-funded services require providers to meet the NDIS Practice Standards and Quality Indicators. Always confirm a provider's credentials before engaging their services.
What happens if I'm not happy with my private home care provider in Lakes Entrance?
You have the right to change your private home care provider at any time. If you are unhappy with the service in Lakes Entrance, contact the provider directly to raise your concerns. If the issue is not resolved, you can switch to another provider on Carevo or lodge a complaint with the NDIS Quality and Safeguards Commission.
Is private home care available on weekends in Lakes Entrance?
Many private home care providers in Lakes Entrance offer weekend and after-hours support. Weekend services may attract higher rates under NDIS pricing arrangements. Contact providers directly through Carevo to confirm their weekend availability.
How do I know if a private home care provider in Lakes Entrance is NDIS registered?
You can verify a provider's NDIS registration on the NDIS Commission's public register at ndiscommission.gov.au. Providers listed on Carevo display the registration details sourced from the public registers on their profile. If you are plan-managed or self-managed, you can also use non-registered providers for some services.
Care services available in Lakes Entrance
How many providers cover each type of support in Lakes Entrance.
How Much Does Private Home Care Cost in Lakes Entrance?
Private Home Care in Lakes Entrance typically costs Set by each provider; NDIS price caps are a useful hourly reference point for the same support. Rates vary depending on the provider, time of day, and complexity of support required. Weekend, evening, and public holiday rates are generally higher.
Common funding options: Self-funded (no assessment required); can top up Support at Home, HCP or NDIS funding.
Sources: NDIS pricing schedule 2026-27 · Support at Home pricing and advised prices 2026-27
What does private home care cost? Full pricing and funding guide
How to Pay for Private Home Care in Lakes Entrance
Private Home Care in Lakes Entrance can be funded through Self-funded (no assessment required); can top up Support at Home, HCP or NDIS funding. Many providers also accept private payment. Your funding type affects which providers you can access and how services are invoiced. If you have an NDIS plan, check that your plan includes the relevant support category. For aged care packages, your package coordinator can help arrange services.
What Private Home Care Is Like in Lakes Entrance
Finding private home care in Lakes Entrance starts with understanding your needs and matching them to the right provider. Carevo connects you with providers who list coverage of Lakes Entrance and surrounding areas. A listing is not an endorsement, so confirm registration and suitability yourself. Once connected, providers will typically arrange an initial consultation to discuss your support requirements, scheduling preferences, and any specific needs.
How to check a provider's credentials
Carevo shows register-sourced status fields and links you to the official Australian registers so you can confirm the current entry yourself. Here is what each listing shows and where to check it. A listing on Carevo is not an endorsement.
NDIS registration
Listings show whether a provider reports being NDIS registered. You can confirm a provider's current registration and approved support types yourself on the NDIS Commission's public provider register.
Source: NDIS Quality and Safeguards CommissionAged care approval
The aged care approval label is sourced from the Australian Government's My Aged Care provider register. Confirm the current entry and the services listed there before choosing a provider.
Source: My Aged Care (Department of Health and Aged Care)ABN you can check
Most listings include the provider's Australian Business Number, shown on the profile. You can look it up on the Australian Business Register to confirm the business is registered and active.
Source: Australian Business RegisterComplaints process
If you have a concern about any provider, you can lodge a complaint with the NDIS Commission or the Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission at any time. We also accept complaints via our own channel.
Source: NDIS Commission / Aged Care CommissionPrivate Home Care at a glance
- Funding
- Self-funded (no assessment required); can top up Support at Home, HCP or NDIS funding
- Availability
- 7 days a week
- Wait time
- Confirm current availability and a start date directly with the provider
- Cost
- Set by each provider; NDIS price caps are a useful hourly reference point for the same support
- Hours
- Flexible scheduling, including evenings, weekends and overnight
- Median enquiry acceptance
- 3 minutes
Most requested support in Lakes Entrance
Based on 6 actual requests from participants and families in Lakes Entrance on Carevo.
Real care requests submitted by people in Lakes Entrance through Carevo. Updated each build from inquiry records.
Who's asking for private home care
Based on 499 real requests families and participants sent through Carevo for private home care in Victoria. This is the make-up of that demand, not a measure of how it changes over time.
Also asked for in the same request
- Community access 14%
- Transport 10%
- Nursing care 4%
How people pay for it
- Home Care Package / Support at Home 33%
- NDIS plan-managed 30%
- CHSP 14%
- NDIS self-managed 5%
- NDIS agency-managed 2%
Who gets in touch
- The person themselves 46%
- Family or carer 41%
- A support coordinator 8%
How soon they need it
- Needed urgently 46%
- Within a few weeks 24%
- Planning ahead 14%
Percentages are of the 499 requests above and are rounded, so they will not always total 100. Requests can name more than one service, which is why "also asked for" shares overlap. Figures update with each rebuild.
Care demand in VIC
In the last 90 days, participants, families and coordinators across VIC made 1,686 care requests through Carevo, and 44% were marked urgent. The funding mix was 45% NDIS, 41% Home Care Package or aged care, and 14% privately funded.
Based on real requests submitted to Carevo across VIC. Updated each build.
Victoria Regulations & Compliance
In Victoria, NDIS providers may be registered with the NDIS Quality and Safeguards Commission, and registered providers comply with the NDIS Practice Standards. Registration is mandatory only for specified supports and circumstances, such as specialist disability accommodation, plan management, and supports involving regulated restrictive practices. Self-managed and plan-managed participants may generally choose registered or unregistered providers; NDIA-managed participants must use registered providers. Aged care providers operate under the Aged Care Quality Standards. Victoria also maintains its own Disability Worker Registration Scheme, requiring disability workers to meet additional state-level standards. Registered providers are audited by the NDIS Commission.
About Lakes Entrance
Lakes Entrance sits within the East Gippsland (Shire) council area, home to around 4,810 residents. Connecting with a private home care provider who already works locally means shorter travel and familiarity with nearby services.
Population 65+
2,948 (33.8%)
State avg 18.6%
Need help with daily activities
760 (8.7%)
State avg 6.1%
Median personal income
$549/wk
Weekly, persons 15+ (ABS)
The response time above is based on 8,216 requests across Australia. We do not yet have enough private home care requests in Lakes Entrance to report how many providers respond to a typical request here. How we calculate our numbers
How we rank providers
Rankings in Lakes Entrance use directory relevance and observable activity on Carevo: service match, distance, register-sourced status fields, whether an enquiry can reach the provider, and recent response and connection activity. Rankings are recalculated daily. They do not assess care quality or recommend a provider.
- How this list is built. Providers shown here offer personal care, nursing, and social and community support.
- Activity on Carevo. We measure recent actions such as connecting on an enquiry, opening its contact details, responding, and an inquirer reporting whether a connection helped. These are platform activity signals, not an assessment of the support delivered.
- Service match. Providers are ranked by how closely their registered services and capabilities match what you are searching for.
- Register-sourced status. NDIS registration fields come from the NDIS Commission provider register. Aged care approval fields come from the My Aged Care register. These statuses are ranking inputs, not Carevo endorsements, and you should confirm the current register entry before choosing a provider.
- Carevo enquiries. Providers who have paused requests from us are moved down among providers with the same relevance. They stay visible and are marked as not receiving Carevo enquiries.
- Recent activity. Providers active on Carevo recently (a connection, a login, or a profile update) get a small boost, the same signal shown as "Active this week" on their card. It is deliberately small: stronger relevance and condition evidence outweigh a recent login.
- Local presence. Providers confirmed in Lakes Entrance rank above those covering only the broader region.
What the enquiries status means
It answers one question: would a request sent through Carevo today actually reach them? It is not a rating, it is not about the provider's books, and it is not a statement about their capacity, their waiting list, or the quality of their care.
- Receiving
- At least one contact on their account is set up to receive new requests from us, and someone has signed in recently enough for us to say a person is there.
- Not receiving
- Every contact on the account has unsubscribed or paused, so we have no way to pass an enquiry on.
- No status shown
- We cannot tell either way, so we say nothing rather than label the provider. The account is set to receive enquiries, but nobody has signed in recently, or there are no contact details on file. It is not a negative mark, and most listings sit here.
A provider who is not receiving our enquiries may well be taking new clients directly. Providers set this themselves and can turn it back on at any time from their Carevo account or from any email we send them. Providers not receiving our enquiries are moved down the list and never hidden. It is refreshed daily, so a provider who resumes, or signs in, reappears within a day.
What the Carevo activity rating means
The Strong activity rating describes how a provider behaves on Carevo, not the care they deliver.
- Where it starts
- Every provider starts at a baseline of 50.
- What moves it
- Enquiries from the last 90 days. The strongest positive is a care seeker naming that provider as the one who helped them. The clearest negative is connecting on an enquiry and never opening the contact details.
- How it is kept honest
- Recalculated daily from scratch, shown only above the baseline and only with at least two scored signals, and removed automatically when either stops being true. It cannot be purchased.
It is not an endorsement, a recommendation, or an assessment of care quality, and we do not screen providers for complaints. Complaints are handled by the NDIS Commission and the Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission. See the full activity rating methodology.
17
providers in Lakes Entrance
35,554
providers nationally
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