DVA Community Nursing: Trusted Care at Home for Veterans

At UnitingCare Community Services, we speak the language of service. We understand the DVA system. We are here to help you navigate it.

Honouring veterans isn’t an add-on, it’s central to how we work. We help eligible veterans and war widows access clinically qualified nursing support at home, coordinated with clarity, warmth and respect for what your service means.

Connect with us to get started.

Am I Eligible?

You may be eligible if you hold:

A DVA Gold Card
A DVA White Card, with an accepted service-related condition requiring nursing care
A GP or specialist referral identifying a clinical nursing need

War widows and widowers may also qualify. Not sure of your status? We can help you check.

How Do I Get Started?

To get started with our support

Speak with your GP and ask for a Community Nursing referral
Contact us and request UnitingCare Community Services as your care coordinator
We liaise with the contracted nursing provider on your behalf
Care begins once your referral and care plan are confirmed

What Other Support Can Veterans Access?

Alongside nursing coordination, we help arrange a broader range of everyday and personal support for veterans, delivered according to your assessed needs and approved care plan:

Light domestic cleaning and dishwashing and tidying
Meal preparation
Personal hygiene support and dressing assistance
Mobility support and toileting support
Wellness and safety checks and short-term monitoring
Including 24/7 care where arranged
Emotional support and routine building
Phone support and DVA coordination support

These services are arranged as an associated service provider working in partnership with registered aged care and DVA-approved providers, according to your assessed needs, funding and approved care plan.

How Do We Support You?

UnitingCare Community Services is here to help you every step of the way. You can expect:

Coordination and referral to nurses with the right clinical expertise
Liaison with your GP or specialist for continuity of care
Regular communication so you and your family know what to expect
One trusted contact throughout your care journey

We welcome referrals from GPs, specialists and DVA case coordinators, we make the process simple and keep you informed every step of the way.

Why Choose UnitingCare Community Services?

We believe no veteran should navigate care systems alone. Our team takes the time to understand your circumstances, connecting you with the right support and keeping every step clear, from referral through to ongoing care.

We know that trust matters most when you’re relying on someone else to help arrange your care, or the care of someone you love. That’s why we focus on consistency, honest communication and genuine follow-through, not just at the start, but for as long as support is needed.

Our team brings a deep respect for the veteran community and the systems that support it. We stay current with DVA processes so you don’t have to, and we take the time to explain what’s happening at every stage. Whether you’re a veteran, a family member or a referrer, you’ll always know who to call and what to expect next.

Get In Touch

If you or someone you love is a veteran needing nursing or everyday support at home, we’re here to help you understand your options. Call us today to take the first step towards coordinated, compassionate care.