If you’re receiving support through the Support at Home (SaH) program, you may be eligible to access prepared meal delivery services as part of your care plan.

These services are designed to help older Australians live safely and independently at home, especially if cooking has become difficult due to health conditions, reduced mobility, or low energy.

This guide explains how meal services work under Support at Home, who is eligible, and how to get started with regular, nutritious meals delivered to your door.

What is Support at Home?

The Support at Home program is an Australian Government initiative that replaced the Home Care Package (HCP) system from 1 November 2025.

It provides a simplified, flexible funding model that brings together essential services such as:

• Personal care
• Domestic assistance
• Transport
• Health and nursing support
• Meal preparation and delivery

The goal is to support older Australians to remain living at home longer, with greater independence and quality of life.

Can meals be included in Support at Home?

Yes. If you’re unable to prepare meals safely or regularly, your Support at Home funding can include meal preparation and delivery services.

Meal services may be suitable if:

• You find cooking or shopping difficult
• You feel tired, unwell, or lack energy to prepare meals
• You have dietary or medical requirements
• You require texture-modified or specialised meals
• You live alone and want consistent, healthy meals

How does funding work?

Under Support at Home:

• Your funding can cover the service component (preparation, cooking, and delivery)
• You may pay a small contribution toward the food cost, as meals are considered a daily living expense

This makes meal services affordable and accessible, while ensuring you receive consistent, high-quality nutrition.

How to Get Started with Meal Delivery

Getting started is simple:

1. Speak with your care provider or coordinator
   Request meal delivery to be included in your Support at Home plan
2. Choose a meal provider
   Select a service like Meal Fresh Kitchen that offers fresh, nutritious meals
3. Set up your service
   Your provider will help organise approvals, billing, and delivery
4. Start receiving meals
   Choose meals weekly or set up a regular delivery schedule

Why Meal Services Matter

Access to regular, nutritious meals plays a key role in maintaining health and independence.

Meal delivery services help:

• Improve nutrition and overall wellbeing
• Reduce the risk of malnutrition and hospitalisation
• Save time and energy
• Support independent living at home
• Provide comfort, routine, and dignity at mealtimes

Fresh Meals with Meal Fresh Kitchen

At Meal Fresh Kitchen, we provide fresh, chef-prepared meals made in Melbourne, designed for convenience and nutrition.

• Fresh meals, never frozen
• Weekly changing menu for variety
• Balanced and nourishing options
• Ready to heat and enjoy in minutes
• Suitable for a range of dietary needs

Get Started Today

Enjoy fresh, easy meals delivered to your home with support through the Support at Home program.