Positive Ageing, Access and Inclusion
Council’s Positive Ageing, Accessibility and Inclusion Program supports older residents, people with a disability of all ages and vulnerable residents to improve their health and wellbeing, increase social connections and support their participation in community life.
Navigation Support Program
The navigation support program assists seniors and vulnerable people to access services and supports they need. This includes:
- Assist residents in understanding the Aged Care system including My Aged Care (MAC), eligibility, access, assessment and how to find a service provider
- Supporting residents to link in with other agencies including social services, health and community participation opportunities
- Assist residents to become involved in active ageing programs
- Arranging activities to support residents to be healthy, active, and connected
- Linking Carers to support services and networks
- Community advocacy
- Assistance with access to emergency food relief
- Implementation of Council’s Positive Ageing, Accessibility & Inclusion Plan 2025-2029
- The Navigation Support Program is a free and confidential service.
You can call us on 55937100, email servicenav@corangamite.vic.gov.au or complete the form below.
We can come to your home or arrange for an appointment at a location that suits.
Aged Care – Eligibility and Access
Access to government‑funded aged care services is decided through a My Aged Care assessment.
To arrange a free assessment, contact My Aged Care:
Support at home is provided through the Support at Home program and the Commonwealth Home Support Programme (CHSP), helping older people live safely and independently at home.
Eligibility is based on your age, needs, and available support.
For residents under 65
For Eligibility and Assessment speak with your Social Worker, Hospital Discharge team or contact Uniting Vic Tas directly on 03 5362 4000.
Statement of Aged Care Rights
You have the right to safe, quality and fair funded aged care services that treat you with dignity and respect.
The new Aged Care Act includes a Statement of Rights for older people accessing aged care services. The Statement of Rights gives you the right to:
- make your own decisions about your own life
- have your decisions not just accepted, but respected
- get information and support to help you make decisions
- communicate your wishes, needs and preferences
- feel safe and respected
- have your culture and identity respected
- stay connected with your community.
It is a good idea for you and those involved in your care to familiarise yourself with your rights.
Learn more about the Statement of Rights.
Rights & Responsibilities