Commonwealth Home Support Programme (CHSP)
- funded by the Australian Government of Health and Aged Care.
The CHSP provides assistance for people 65 years and above (50 years for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people ATSI) secured until June 2025.
Services offered by the Tailem Bend Community Centre include;
- home maintenance,
- modifications,
- goods and assistive equipment,
- meals,
- transport,
- social support group,
- social support individual and
- domestic assistance - new service starting
The CHSP delivers services to eligible people within the Coorong District Council area, Aged Care Planning Region (Population: 5,463. Distance: 8,831km2). The towns serviced include:
| Tailem Bend | Elwomple |
| Wellington East | Ashville |
| Meningie | Narrung |
| Salt Creek | Cooke Plains |
| Coomandook | Sherlock |
| Colebatch | Coonalpyn |
| Ki Ki | Culburra |
| Tintinara | Jabuk |
| Peake | Buccleuch |
| Moorlands | and surrounds. |
Registration for services is available by calling My Aged Care on 1800 200 422 - the TBCC CHSP service is called Tailem Bend Community Centre (TBCC). Further, CHSP information can be found on https://www.myagedcare.gov.au/
TBCC Client Information Booklet
Our Client Information Booklet provides important details about Tailem Bend Community Centre (TBCC), the services we offer, and what you can expect when engaging with us. You can Click here to download the booklet online, or if you prefer a printed copy, please contact TBCC and we will be happy to provide one.
TBCC Client Assessment Form
To help us understand your needs, please complete our Client Assessment Form. You can complete the form electronically via Microsoft Forms by clicking the link, or click here to download a printable PDF version. Once completed, please scan and email the form to info@tbcc.org.au, or post it to PO Box 203, Tailem Bend SA 5260.
Service Agreement
The Service Agreement is an example of the agreement that will be completed by TBCC staff once you choose TBCC as your service provider. We will discuss your individual needs with you and clearly explain any costs associated with the services. Services will only proceed once you have reviewed and agreed to the terms of the agreement. Click the link for an Example
Feedback and Surveys
We value your feedback. After you have received services from TBCC, you are invited to complete a short survey to share your experience with us. Your feedback helps us understand what we are doing well and identify opportunities to continuously improve our services for the community.
CTSA Volunteer Driver Survey 2025 – Fill out form
TBCC CTSA Client Survey 2025 – Fill out form
Tailem Bend Community Centre - Feedback Form – Fill out form
A copy of the Ageing Well In Your Community Information Booklet can be found here:
A copy of the Australian Government Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission letter can be found here:
