At Five Good Friends, we believe in the power of friendship to shape a vibrant, connected life. Inspired by the world's longest-living cultures, where close community bonds are key to wellbeing, our mission is to help people live richly and independently in the homes and communities they love.
Our Self-Managed Care service supports you to stay closely involved—making confident decisions about who supports you, when, and how. With low, transparent fees (starting at just 14.4%) and a trusted network of Helpers and service providers, you can shape your care experience while feeling fully supported every step of the way.
Through our smart app, you can coordinate services, track your spending, and keep trusted family members informed. Because lasting relationships matter, our Helpers can build new skills as your needs change—helping you stay connected to the familiar faces you trust. And when life brings new challenges, our experienced team is ready to provide expert help whenever you need it.
Five Good Friends offers flexibility, choice, and real support from the beginning, helping you make the most of your funding while staying connected to the people, routines, and community that matter most. Here, you’re among friends.
Five Good Friends is an approved provider for Home Care Packages that are subsidised by the Australian Government with carers currently available. Request a free consultation with them to design a care plan that fits your needs.
Fortnightly | Level 1 Home Care Package | Level 2 Home Care Package | Level 3 Home Care Package | Level 4 Home Care Package |
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Package funds | $410 | $721 | $1,570 | $2,380 |
Care Management | $11 | $22 | $44 | $77 |
Package Management | $48 | $90 | $208 | $306 |
Total Management Fees | 14% | 16% | 16% | 16% |
Basic Daily Fee | None | None | None | None |
You will get... Estimate based on their standard personal care hourly rate of $62 p/ hr* | 5.66 hrs 42% more care | 9.82 hrs 41% more care | 21.26 hrs 38% more care | 32.21 hrs 38% more care |
Five Good Friends proudly provides in home care in the following regions:
Service radius shown is approximate. Enquire with provider for service availability.
*Disclaimer: This estimate is based on the price list for Five Good Friends and is compared to the national median management fee and personal care hourly rate. Your costs will vary based on the specific plan you develop with your care manager.