How can we help you today?
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I’m looking for Aged Care
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I’d like to Volunteer
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I am a Job Seeker
Aged care for all under one umbrella
Umbrella Multicultural Community Care Services Inc. is funded by the Australian Government to provide in home aged care services to keep diverse Perth seniors independent for longer. We’ve been actively serving our community for more than 25 years and look forward to the years to come.
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Home Care Packages
I have been assessed by My Aged Care, I need extra help at home and I want to find out more about Umbrella
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Commonwealth Home Support Program
I need some help at home, I am still mainly independent and I want to know how Umbrella can help me
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Get Assessed
I need some help figuring out what services I can get and I’m not sure where to start
Aged Care Volunteers Visitors Scheme (ACVVS)
The Aged Care Volunteers Visitors Scheme (ACVVS) is funded by the Australian Federal Government to connect volunteers to isolated seniors living in Perth Metro. Our dedicated ACVVS team will work to connect both client and volunteer to ensure there is a cultural, language and common interest match.
If you are passionate about supporting seniors and helping reduce loneliness in your community we invite you to join the Umbrella Community Care as a volunteer visitor.
Grow your career with Umbrella Care
We offer casual, part-time and full-time roles, depending on the job requirements. Permanent residency of Australia is not a pre-requisite to apply for a role with us. We employ people holding student and other visa types.
- Regular Training opportunities
- Work within a family friendly environment.
- A supportive and inclusive culture
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
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Support at Home
Funded by the Australian Government, home care packages assist seniors who need support to stay at home for as long as possible and they are customised for each client.
Commonwealth Home Support Program
The CHSP team is responsible for setting up your support, care plan, and service agreement, keeping in contact with you and conducting ongoing reviews of your services with you.
Care Finder Program
Care finders support vulnerable older people who cannot arrange services without intensive support and do not have family members or friends who can help.
Aged Care Volunteer Visitors Scheme
The program focuses on the needs of older people from particular linguistic, cultural and complex vulnerability backgrounds who may be at greater risk of social isolation.
Supporting diverse seniors to live independently
Umbrella Inc., has been providing multicultural and LGBTQIA+ inclusive care services in Perth metro for nearly 3 decades. We customise aged care services to best suit the physical and culutral needs of the client. Our trained support workers are matched to based on language, culture or mutual interests.
Depending on the government assessment and associated funding, we will work closely with clients and their loved ones to ensure all their needs are met. Options include cleaning, personal care, social activites, transport, respite and clinical care.
If you’re unsure, contact us today!
FAQ’s
Browse through some of the most commonly asked questions we get asked at Umbrella Care.
I want to volunteer but I am not familiar with the online application
We can provide you with a hard copy of the volunteer application form if needed. Please contact our team, and we will arrange an alternative way for you to apply.
Do I need to have unrestricted working rights?
Our preference is for people with permanent residency and unlimited work rights, but we do employ people holding student and other visa types.
Which qualifications or requirements do I need to be a support worker?
For a support worker role you will need to have a minimum Cert III qualification in Aged Care, current first aid certificate, NPC no older than 6 months, Current Drivers Licence and registered vehicle, Certificate from RTO in medication assistance and providing personal care assistance.
I need some help at home but I don’t know who to ask
If you have not filled out the online form through MyAgedCare, you will need to do this before accessing any government subsidised aged care services. If you need help filling this out, contact us and ask for the Assessments Team (08 9275 4411).
I am looking for services on behalf of someone else
Assessed:
- If they have been assessed and given a referral code, and you are helping them pick a provider, get in touch with us and we’ll arrange an opportunity for you to come see our Social Support Group, meet our Care Partners or just chat over the phone.
Unassessed:
- If they have not yet applied through the My Aged Care Portal, help them fill out this form to get the process started.
If you’re unsure, contact us and we will help point you in the right direction.
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