Exercise Physiology for Aged Care Clients
Exercare provides accredited exercise physiology to older Australians living at home or in residential aged care across south-east Melbourne. We deliver mobile visits to your home, community venue, or facility — eliminating the need to travel to a clinic, which for many older clients makes all the difference to consistent participation.
Our exercise physiologists design evidence-based programs that improve strength, balance, mobility and functional independence — helping older adults remain active, confident and living safely in their own home for longer.
Funding: Exercise physiology is an approved allied health service under Home Care Packages (HCP) Levels 1–4 and the Commonwealth Home Support Programme (CHSP). We liaise directly with your care manager and provide all required documentation.
Common Conditions in Our Aged Care Clients
Falls & balance
Falls prevention programs, balance training and gait retraining to reduce falls risk and build confidence
Osteoporosis
Weight-bearing and resistance exercise to improve bone density and reduce fracture risk
Parkinson's disease
Evidence-based exercise proven to slow progression, improve gait, reduce freezing and boost quality of life
Cardiac conditions
Cardiac rehabilitation programs, graded exercise for heart failure, hypertension and post-cardiac events
Type 2 diabetes
Aerobic and resistance programs to improve blood glucose regulation and metabolic health
Arthritis & joint pain
Low-impact exercise including hydrotherapy to reduce pain, improve mobility and joint function
COPD & respiratory
Pulmonary rehabilitation principles, breathwork and graded exercise to improve respiratory function
Dementia
Structured exercise programs to improve cognition, mood, sleep and physical function in clients with dementia
Aged Care Exercise Physiology Services
- Falls prevention and balance programs — the most requested service for our aged care clients
- Individualised strength and mobility programs for daily independence
- Hydrotherapy at accessible heated pools across south-east Melbourne
- Functional exercise for daily tasks — dressing, bathing, cooking, gardening
- Walking programs and outdoor community exercise
- Home-based exercise programs with printed guides and video support
- Telehealth for clients who prefer online sessions
- HCP-compliant progress reports and care plan documentation
- Regular liaison with care managers, GPs and allied health teams
- Residential aged care facility visits across south-east Melbourne
Home Care Package & CHSP Funding
Exercise physiology is an approved allied health service under all levels of Home Care Packages and the Commonwealth Home Support Programme. If exercise physiology is included in your care plan, Exercare invoices your provider directly — you do not pay out of pocket.
Home care packages (HCP)
Available at all levels (1–4). We work with your care manager to include EP in your care plan and provide all required progress notes and reports.
CHSP
The Commonwealth Home Support Programme covers allied health including exercise physiology for eligible older Australians. Contact My Aged Care on 1800 200 422 to check eligibility.
Not yet receiving home care? You may be eligible. Contact My Aged Care on 1800 200 422 or visit myagedcare.gov.au to check your eligibility and start an assessment.
Aged Care Exercise Physiology Across South-East Melbourne
We provide aged care exercise physiology home visits across south-east Melbourne, including:
Aged Care Exercise Physiology FAQs
Yes. Exercise physiology is an approved allied health service under HCP Levels 1–4 and CHSP. Exercare invoices your care provider directly and provides all required documentation.
No referral is required for HCP or CHSP-funded clients. A GP referral is only required if accessing sessions through Medicare's Chronic Disease Management plan.
Yes. Exercare visits residential aged care facilities across south-east Melbourne. Please contact us to discuss your facility's requirements and visit arrangements.
Your exercise physiologist conducts a falls risk assessment, then designs a personalised program including strength training, balance exercises, gait training and functional movement. Programs are progressive and adapted as your strength and confidence improves.