During the assessment visit, the ACAT member (usually a nurse, social worker or other health care professional) will ask questions about how well you are managing in your day-to-day life. They will also explain the assessment process.

The assessment is an opportunity for you to share what is important to you and what support would make a difference in your life. It might be helpful to think about this before the visit.

You can have a friend, family member, partner, carer or advocate with you during the assessment.

After the assessment, the ACAT will write to you with the outcome and explain what level of Home Care Package you are eligible for.

Once you have been assessed and approved, you decide if you want to accept the services, If yes, then you will be placed on the National Queue for an available Home Care Package to be allocated to you.