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El Rapha Cares
DVA Community Nursing Services

DVA Veterans Home Care

At a glance

Who it's for
Veteran Gold Card or Veteran White Card holders
What's involved
Wound care & chronic condition management · Personal care · Post-hospital & recovery support
Availability
Monday–Friday, 8am–5pm · Response within 24 hours
Nurse checking an older man's blood pressure at home

What is the DVA Program

El Rapha Cares provides DVA Program services, offering tailored home care to veterans and their families through the Department of Veterans' Affairs. Our veterans support services, including DVA Program home care, help you maintain independence and wellbeing. We guide you through DVA Program eligibility to access the care you're entitled to.

The DVA Program, managed by the Department of Veterans' Affairs, provides health and support services to eligible veterans, war widows, and widowers. El Rapha Cares delivers DVA home care, such as personal care and nursing, to support your health and lifestyle. We ensure your care is personalised and respectful.

DVA Program

Our Services Include

Wound care & chronic condition management
01

Wound care & chronic condition management

Skilled clinical support for wound care and ongoing management of chronic health conditions.

Personal care
02

Personal care

Assistance with daily personal activities to help you live comfortably and independently at home.

Post-hospital & recovery support
03

Post-hospital & recovery support

Support after hospital discharge to help you recover safely and confidently at home.

Each service is tailored to meet your individual needs and lifestyle. We are committed to providing respectful, reliable, and compassionate care, ensuring every veteran receives the support they deserve.

Are You Eligible?

To access the DVA Community Nursing Program at no cost, you generally need a referral from your GP or Hospital and:

Veteran Gold Card

Eligible for all clinically assessed nursing and personal care needs.

OR

Veteran White Card

Eligible for conditions accepted as war-related.

How to Start

1

Get a Referral

Ask your GP or Hospital Discharge Planner for a referral to El Rapha Cares.

2

We Visit You

We arrange a home visit to assess your health and home environment.

3

Care That Starts With You

We create a personalised care plan around your individual needs, helping you stay safe, healthy and independent at home.

Start Today

The right care starts here.

Speak with our team to discuss DVA eligibility, referrals, and how we can support you or a loved one at home.

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