The types of services which can be accessed during ComPacks Private and/or to which referral can be made during ComPacks Private include:

Case Management
The model of case management used in ComPacks Private is a collaborative model of individual client focused service delivery. It includes comprehensive assessment, planning, implementing and monitoring a mix of culturally appropriate services to provide post-discharge support to individuals and to link those people with ongoing support that will optimise their independence in the community.

Through the Case Manager, further services can be made available:

Domestic assistance - for instance:
• House cleaning
• Washing and ironing
• Help with shopping
• Transport to and from banks, appointments, etc.
• General household support, such as paying bills and accounts, helping with telephone calls, etc.

Personal care
• This service is for people who need help in performing essential self care tasks. Services may include help with:
• Bathing
• Dressing
• Eating and personal grooming (for example shaving).

Meals
This refers to the provision of meals that are prepared and delivered to clients who are unable to prepare their own meals or maintain an adequate nutritional intake.

Social support
Social support includes friendly visiting services, helping clients do paperwork, and assisting with bill paying and banking.

Centre-based day care
This refers to attendance/participation in structured group activities which are designed to develop, maintain or support the capacity for independent living and social interaction, and which are conducted in and from a centre. It also includes outings and day trips organised and conducted by a day care centre.

Transport
This includes transport to medical appointments, to access community services, to facilitate socialisation and to improve independence, as well as linkage to ongoing relevant transport services.

Respite care
Respite care involves assisting carers by providing a substitute care worker. It can include outings or recreational activities.

Other services:
• Falls management
• Dementia support services
• Equipment
• Home modifications and maintenance
• Accommodation issues support
• Medication support
• Carer support
• Allied health services including physiotherapy, occupational therapy, dietitian, podiatry, speech therapy
• Community Nursing
• Continence management
• Financial services
• Bilingual services and interpreters.