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      What services does Like Family provide?

      Like Family specialises in social and community support. Read on to find out what support services we do and do not provide!

      Services we DO provide

      We focus on activities that can help your clients increase their independence, learn new skills, and connect with their community. These include:

      • Art & Craft

      • Meal Prep & Groceries

      • Gardening 

      • Light domestic work

      • Health & Wellbeing

      • Transport 

      • Fun & Games 

      • Skills Training 

      • Buddy for Social Events

      You can learn about our support services here.

      Services we DO NOT provide

      Our Social Carers cannot assist with medical care. This includes:

      • Medical care, like treating wounds or managing medication
      • Professional services, like giving legal advice or personal training

      Focusing on social and community support helps us keep our hourly rates simple and affordable.

      Like Family facilitates companionship and non-medical support services to Members. To ensure the safety of both our Members and independent contractors, there are strict limitations on the types of services that can be provided.

      Independent contractors engaged through Like Family are not permitted to perform the following services under any circumstances:

      • Manual handling, hoists, and transfers

      • Palliative care

      • Massage

      • Medication management

      • Wound care

      Performing these services is outside the scope of Like Family’s approved services and will not be covered by our insurance policies. Contractors who choose to engage in these activities do so at their own risk and must have their own insurance coverage. For further details, please refer to our Non-Approved Services & Liability Policy.