Home Care in Lismore
Personalised in-home aged care, disability and NDIS support across the Lismore region, from a local team who treat you like family.
Home Care in Lismore and Surrounds
Lismore is the regional centre of the Northern Rivers, with the health services, specialists and hospitals that people across the region rely on. Around one in five Lismore residents is aged 65 or over, and many families here want a parent or partner to stay living well in their own home.
Ideally Home Care is a locally owned, family-based provider supporting people in Lismore, East and South Lismore, Goonellabah, Lismore Heights and out to the surrounding villages.
Care here has to fit the way people live. Lismore has been through a lot since the 2022 floods, and many residents have rebuilt or moved. We understand that, and we plan care around wet seasons, road closures and the appointments that bring people into town from all over the region.
What you get with us is a local team, the same familiar carers each visit, and a Client Care Manager you can reach directly, not a call centre in another state.
Everyday Home Care Services in Lismore
Practical support, built around your routine and the things you want to keep doing yourself.
- Personal careShowering, dressing, grooming, mobility and continence support, and medication reminders, delivered with dignity.
- Domestic assistanceCleaning, laundry, bed changes and keeping on top of the house, so home stays comfortable and safe.
- Meals and nutritionPlanning and cooking healthy meals, grocery shopping, and help catering for dietary needs.
- Transport and outingsGetting to GP, specialist and allied health appointments, the shops or a community event around Lismore.
- Social support and companionshipRegular visits, walks, hobbies and conversation, so staying at home never means being alone.
- Respite careIn-home support that gives family carers time to rest, knowing their loved one is in capable hands.
Specialised Care in Lismore
Some health conditions need carers with specific experience. We provide specialised in-home support across the Lismore region for:
- Aged careFlexible support that helps older Lismore locals stay independent at home for longer.
- Alzheimer's and dementia careCalm, consistent carers and routines for people living with memory loss, and support for their families.
- Parkinson's careHelp with mobility, daily tasks and appointments, adjusted as needs change over time.
- Stroke recoverySupport at home after a stroke, working alongside your rehab and allied health team.
- Cancer carePractical help during treatment, including transport to treatment appointments.
- Hospital to home careSettling back in safely after a stay at Lismore Base Hospital, St Vincent's Private Hospital Lismore or another facility.
- Palliative careCompassionate end-of-life care at home, alongside your GP and the local palliative care team.
- Dust diseases careSpecialist in-home support for people living with asbestos-related and other dust diseases.
Funding Your Home Care in Lismore
Most of our clients use government funding, and we help you understand it in plain English.
Support at Home
From 1 November 2025, Support at Home replaced Home Care Packages. If you had a package, your funding has moved across. New to funded care? It starts with a free My Aged Care assessment, and we can guide you through it.
NDIS
Ideally Home Care is a registered NDIS provider supporting participants across the Lismore region with daily living, community participation, social support and transport, all built around your plan goals. More about the NDIS.
Private and switching
Care can also be paid for privately. Already with another provider? You can switch to Ideally at any time, with no lock-in. See our pricing schedule.
How to Get Started in Lismore
- Get in touch. Call or enquire online for a friendly first conversation.
- Assess your needs. A no-obligation chat at home or by phone about what would genuinely help.
- Build your care plan. Services, schedule and approach, set around your goals and funding.
- Meet your carer. We match you with a carer who suits you, and you meet before care starts.
- Care begins and evolves. Regular check-ins, and changes whenever your needs do.
Why Lismore Families Choose Ideally Home Care
- A local team, not a national call centre. Our support workers are locals who know the local streets, back roads and communities.
- The same faces, every visit. We match you with carers and keep them consistent, so you are not re-explaining your routine to a stranger.
- Town and villages both covered. Whether you are in central Lismore or out towards Clunes and Nimbin, you get the same standard of care.
- A Client Care Manager you can reach. Direct contact with someone who knows your situation, and regular updates for family who live away.
- Registered and accredited. My Aged Care approved and NDIS registered, across Support at Home and disability support.
Read more about our story and our people.
Dave + Meg
Founders, Ideally Home Care
"...has really put the care back into my aged care experience for my mother."
- Susan Peters
"Such a wonderful team to take care of me, keeping my life simple and enabling the very best I could wish for."
- Roz Radin
"I am so grateful for all you had done for my Mum."
- Karen Anderson
"...they go above and beyond to ensure your loved one receives the best possible care."
- Donna Duclos
"Their carers have been absolute angels"
- Kym Klein
"the staff employed to do the actual caring/cleaning are second to none."
- Carmel Everson
Areas We Cover Around Lismore
Our Lismore home care team supports clients across the Lismore region, including:
- Lismore
- East Lismore
- South Lismore
- North Lismore
- Goonellabah
- Lismore Heights
- Girards Hill
- Clunes
- Bexhill
- Nimbin
Not sure if we cover your area? Contact us and we can make a plan. We also support clients in Northern Rivers and Byron Bay.
Frequently Asked Questions About Home Care in Lismore
Who are the home care providers in Lismore, and how do I choose?
Lismore has a mix of large national providers and smaller local ones. The things worth comparing are whether the team is genuinely local, whether you will see the same carers consistently, and how easy it is to reach someone when something changes. We are a locally owned, family-based provider, and happy to talk you through how we compare, with no pressure.
Am I eligible for funded home care?
For aged care you generally need to be 65 or older (50 or older for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people) with an assessed care need. For the NDIS you need to be under 65 with a permanent disability that significantly affects daily life. We can help you work out which applies.
How do I get started with home care in Lismore?
Most people start by contacting My Aged Care on 1800 200 422 for an assessment, then choose their provider. If you are not sure where you are in that process, call us and we will point you in the right direction.
Can you help after a stay at Lismore Base Hospital?
Yes. Our hospital to home care supports people returning home from Lismore Base Hospital or another facility, with personal care, meals, household help and transport to follow-up appointments.
Do you cover Goonellabah and the villages around Lismore?
Yes. We support clients in Lismore, Goonellabah, Lismore Heights, Girards Hill, Clunes, Bexhill, Nimbin and surrounding communities.
Can I switch to Ideally from another provider?
Yes. If you already have Support at Home funding or an NDIS plan with another provider, you can change at any time, and we will guide you through the transfer.
Do you provide care on weekends and public holidays?
Yes. We offer support seven days a week, including public holidays, subject to carer availability.
Start Your Home Care Journey in Lismore Today
Whether you are just starting to explore your options or ready to begin care, our local team is here to help you or your family member keep living well at home in Lismore.
Call us today for a friendly, no-pressure conversation.
We acknowledge the Widjabul Wia-bal people of the Bundjalung Nation as the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we work in Lismore, and pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging.