Home Aged Care Podiatry
My Aged Care provides funding so that older Australians to access the help they need. For those that want to continue living at home, there is the Home Care Package option available. Above all, these packages are there to provide access to affordable care services to get some help at home.
Advance Foot Clinic provides Mobile Podiatry services. Because of this, our team of skilled podiatrists can bring their expertise to you in the comfort of your home. We aim to help you thrive in your chosen environment.
It’s possible that your podiatry home visit may be fully funded by your Home Care Package. Meaning that there might be no out of pocket costs for you. Reach out to our friendly reception team to find out your next steps in organising podiatry as part of your Home Care Package.
What is a Home Care Package?
In general, we offer mobile podiatry appointments within 5km radius of each of our clinics. Our Brisbane podiatry clinics are based in Arana Hills, Ashgrove, Bellbowrie, Chermside and The Gap. We also have a podiatry clinic and shoe store in Mount Isa.
To find out if we service your area, contact the friendly support staff at your nearest clinic.
What type of funded support is podiatry?
Podiatry care is a Help At Home clinical care service the purpose of which is to help you maintain movement and mobility.
With My Aged Care Home Care Packages, your Mobile Podiatry visit may be fully funded. This means there might be no out of pocket expense to you.
You will need to select a My Aged Care approved home care service provider that will arrange your services for you. At Advance Foot Clinic we are happy to work alongside the provider of your choice to ensure you continue to receive the highest quality foot care.
How can I get a Mobile Podiatry visit funded by my Home Care Package?
It’s easy! You can contact us directly or simply ask your Case Manager to contact us on your behalf. Next, we’ll discuss the podiatry services you need. Following that, we’ll create a service agreement to ensure your mobile Podiatry services can be covered by your Home Care Package.
How can Podiatry help Home Care Package recipients?
Podiatrists are trained in treating a range of lower limb conditions. So your podiatrist will listen carefully to your needs and work with you to come up with a treatment plan to provide you with optimum foot health. Treatments offered include:
- General skin and nail care
- Medical Grade Footwear
- Compression garments and other aids
- Diabetic foot care
- Custom orthotics
- Foot, ankle or leg pain
Take the first step towards happy and healthy feet.
Ready to give your feet the care they deserve? Book your appointment online or call us and experience our expert podiatry services at any of our six clinic locations.