How Australians Can Access a Personal Alarm for Free Through Government Funding

by Mitchell Parrish May 20, 2025

Personal alarms are a vital tool for seniors and vulnerable Australians who want to live independently while staying safe. However, many people aren’t aware that government funding is available to help cover the cost of these life-saving devices.

In this article, we explain how Australians can access personal alarms for free or at a reduced cost through government programs like the Commonwealth Home Support Programme (CHSP) and Home Care Packages (HCP)—and how Personal Alarms Australia can help guide you through the process.

Senior woman using a personal alarm in Australia with government support

What Is a Personal Alarm and Who Needs One?

A personal alarm is a small, wearable device that allows the user to call for help at the press of a button. Many models include fall detection, GPS tracking, two-way communication, and 24/7 monitoring.

They’re ideal for:

Seniors living independently
People with medical conditions
Australians with disabilities
Carers supporting loved ones remotely
Lone workers and at-risk individuals

Can You Get a Personal Alarm for Free in Australia?

Yes, in many cases! Eligible Australians can access personal alarms at no cost or heavily subsidised through the following government-funded aged care programs:

✅ 1. Commonwealth Home Support Programme (CHSP)

This program provides entry-level support for older Australians who need help to stay safe at home. It can fund:

Personal alarms with monitoring services
Equipment installation
Ongoing fees (in some cases)

✅ 2. Home Care Packages (HCP)

For seniors with more complex needs, HCP funding offers broader, flexible support. Your care provider can allocate part of your budget to:

Purchase a personal alarm
Pay for monthly monitoring
Cover repairs or replacements

✅ 3. National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS)

NDIS participants may also be eligible to receive funding for personal alarms as part of their assistive technology budget.

Am I Eligible for Government-Funded Personal Alarms?

You may be eligible if:

You are aged 65+ (or 50+ for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people)
You live independently at home
You have been approved for CHSP or a Home Care Package
Or you are an NDIS participant with an appropriate plan

You can check your eligibility and apply via the My Aged Care website:
👉 https://www.myagedcare.gov.au

How Personal Alarms Australia Can Help

We understand that navigating funding can be confusing. That’s why we work directly with:

Home Care Package providers
CHSP assessors
NDIS plan managers

We can supply compliant, high-quality personal alarms and provide documentation to support funding requests.

Already approved for a package? Simply speak to your case manager and ask to include a personal alarm in your care plan.

Contact Us

If you or a loved one is living at home and needs a reliable way to call for help, don’t wait. Government funding could give you access to a personal alarm for free—or at little to no cost.

Please contact us via our contact page for any assistance we can provide.