Linkages
Linkages is a community based service funded under the Home and Community Care (HACC) Program.
The service was established to provide services to frail aged and younger disabled people and their carers who wish to remain living at home.
The program is available to people with complex needs and who require case management to organise and co-ordinate services appropriate to the client/carer needs.
A Case Manager is allocated and will meet with clients and service providers to provide ongoing monitoring and support as required.
Brokerage funds are accessed to purchase services or equipment to meet the individual needs. The individual needs of each client are decided by the case manager in conjunction with each client and family or carer and are dependent on each person's needs and the amount of funds available.
Once a person moves into a government funded residence permanently, such as a Community Residential Unit, Hostel or Nursing Home they are no longer eligible for Linkages.
Funds are available to support 45 people across the sub-region. There is sometimes a waiting list. People will be accepted onto the program as places become available, relative to the urgency of their need and the packages available at the time.
Fees are negotiated individually with Linkages clients. The Case Manager talks privately with each client about what they are able to contribute. A number of factors may be considered, dependent on each person's individual circumstances.
