DVA Community Nursing Care
Honouring Our Veterans with Dedicated Nursing Support at Home
Professional, compassionate nursing for Australia's veterans, war widows and widowers, helping eligible Gold and White Card holders stay healthy and independent at home.
- Registered & Enrolled Nurses
- No out-of-pocket cost when eligible
- Care delivered at home
- Dignity and respect, always
What is DVA Community Nursing?
The DVA Community Nursing Program funds clinically necessary nursing and personal care for eligible veterans, war widows and widowers, so they can remain safely and independently in their own home. Services are approved through a referral and assessed based on individual clinical need, there are no funding limits, and eligible clients pay nothing out of pocket.
Our experienced Registered Nurses and Enrolled Nurses understand the unique needs of the veteran community, and we are committed to delivering care with the dignity and respect that our veterans have earned through their service.
Who is Eligible?
You may be eligible for DVA-funded community nursing if you:
- Hold a DVA Gold Card, or
- Hold a DVA White Card, where the care required relates to an accepted service-related injury or condition
- Have an assessed clinical or personal care need at home
- Have a written referral from your GP, treating specialist, or hospital discharge planner
If you're not sure whether you're eligible, our team can help you check and guide you through the referral process.
Our DVA Nursing Services
Every veteran's needs are different, our nurses work with you, your family and your treating doctor to build a care plan tailored specifically to you.
Wound Care & Dressings
Professional wound care and dressing management at home, helping wounds heal safely without unnecessary hospital visits.
Learn more →Medication Management
Support with medication management and administration so regimens stay safe, clear and on track at home.
Learn more →Chronic Disease Management
Nursing support for diabetes, cardiac and respiratory conditions and other long-term health needs.
Learn more →Continence & Catheter Care
Respectful continence and catheter care delivered with dignity in the comfort of home.
Learn more →Post-Hospital & Surgical Recovery
Recovery support after hospital or surgery so you can heal safely at home with nursing oversight.
Learn more →Palliative & End-of-Life Care
Compassionate palliative and end-of-life nursing that prioritises comfort, dignity and family support.
Learn more →How to Access DVA Nursing Care
We can also liaise with DVA on your behalf to confirm your eligibility and entitlements.
Get a Referral
Ask your GP, treating specialist or hospital discharge planner for a written referral for DVA Community Nursing.
Contact Our Team
Reach out to Chemlah Care, we can help you understand the referral process if you're unsure where to start.
Comprehensive Assessment
One of our Registered Nurses visits you at home to assess your clinical and personal care needs.
Care Begins
We develop a personalised care plan and start delivering the support you need, when you need it.
Why Choose Chemlah Care
Nurses who understand veterans
Experienced, compassionate Registered and Enrolled Nurses who understand veterans' unique health and wellbeing needs.
No out-of-pocket cost
Eligible DVA clients pay nothing out of pocket, DVA funds clinically necessary nursing and personal care.
Care at home
Nursing delivered at home to help you stay independent and avoid unnecessary hospital admissions.
Coordinated with your team
We work with your GP, specialists and treating team so care stays connected and clinically aligned.
- Experienced, compassionate nurses who understand veterans' unique health and wellbeing needs
- No out-of-pocket cost for eligible DVA clients
- Care delivered at home, avoiding unnecessary hospital admissions
- Coordinated care with your existing GP and treatment team
- Respect and dignity, always, recognising the service and sacrifice of those we care for
Get in Touch
If you or a loved one is a DVA Gold Card or White Card holder and could benefit from nursing support at home, we're here to help. Contact Chemlah Care today to discuss your DVA nursing needs, or to get help arranging your referral.
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