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title: "Empowering Independence: CHSP and Support at Home"
description: A group of women from different backgrounds and ages come together to renew their spiritual goals for 2026.
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# [Empowering Independence: CHSP and Support at Home](https://blog.gtcf.org.au/gallipoli-turkish-cultural-foundation-blog/empowering-independence-chsp-and-support-at-home)

 Written by [Hafsah Felgouma](https://blog.gtcf.org.au/gallipoli-turkish-cultural-foundation-blog/author/hafsah-felgouma) | Feb 27, 2026 7:23:19 AM

**Gallipoli Home** is committed to helping community members **live safely, confidently, and independently at home**. Through their **Commonwealth Home Support Program (CHSP)** and **Support at Home (SAH) services**, they provide ongoing guidance and practical support tailored to each individual’s needs.

## What They Offer

Their CHSP and SAH programs focus on empowering you with knowledge, tools, and confidence to maintain your independence. This includes:

- **Home visits** to assess your needs and provide personalised guidance
- **Education on your rights and responsibilities**, ensuring your voice is heard
- **Safety at home**, including infection control, safe use of mobility aids, and fall prevention
- **Preventive health discussions** and encouragement to stay active
- **Healthy living tips**, including recommendations for vaccinations

Their goal is to help you feel secure, valued, and connected to the community.

 

## What Clients Say

Many clients have shared how CHSP and SAH support their independence:

- *“I feel more confident and safer at home knowing someone is looking out for me.”*
- *“The visits help me stay independent and connected to the community.”*
- *“I appreciate that my opinions and choices are respected in my care.”*
- *“The support workers always make me feel comfortable and valued.”*

As the team explains:

> *“Our goal is to empower clients to live safely and independently while ensuring their voice is heard in shaping their care.”*

## Your Feedback Matters

They encourage you to **share your feedback** about the services, support workers, or care arrangements. Your input helps them continually improve and adapt their programs to meet your needs.

## Staying Safe and Healthy

A key focus of their support is ensuring your **ongoing safety and wellbeing**, including guidance on:

- Infection control at home
- Safe use of mobility aids
- Annual flu and COVID-19 vaccinations
- Remaining physically active and engaged with the community

Through CHSP and Support at Home, they aim to create a supportive environment where you **can thrive, remain independent, and feel empowered in your own home**.

Learn more about CHSP and Support at Home services, or find out how you or a loved one can access support.

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