14/10/2026
Michael McCormack MP
The Commonwealth Home Support Programme (CHSP) will remain a separate program. But it continues to be underfunded, putting community services under pressure.
This matters because CHSP provides the entry-level support that helps older Australians stay where they feel most comfortable – at home.
It's the support that helps your neighbour, your family member or someone in your community access nutritious meals, stay connected and continue living independently.
As a founding member of the CHSP Alliance, Meals on Wheels NSW is asking for your help.
The CHSP Alliance is calling for an additional $700 million a year in CHSP funding to ensure the support is there for everyone who needs it, now and into the future.
Add your voice. Ask your local federal MP to back this funding increase in the December Mid-Year Economic and Fiscal Outlook (MYEFO). Whether you're a Meals on Wheels volunteer, client, service provider, know someone who relies on community support, or simply believe everyone deserves the support to age well at home.
Every voice and every story matters. Find out how to get involved: https://ow.ly/7R7P50ZXqAO