“DVA Community Nursing is in-home nursing and care for eligible Veteran Card holders, funded by the Department of Veterans' Affairs and delivered by contracted providers like Gentle Care Nursing Services in Sydney.”
Gentle Care Nursing Services provides community nursing and in-home support for eligible DVA clients. We assist veterans and their families with nursing care, personal care, post-hospital support, and ongoing care needs at home, subject to DVA eligibility and clinical assessment. For eligible veterans, care is clinically necessary, directly claimed through DVA, and delivered with respect and no unnecessary fuss.
Warm, respectful community nursing and personal support for eligible veterans.
Quick facts
Citable facts for veterans, war widows and widowers, families, GPs, and hospital discharge planners arranging DVA-funded nursing at home.
We keep the setup process simple, clear, and human — so you know exactly what happens next.
Tell us what support is needed, where the person lives, what funding is involved, and whether the matter is urgent. We usually respond within 24 hours during business hours.
Our team reviews the request, confirms we’re the right fit, and identifies the right support model, frequency, and team for the job.
We confirm the plan, communication preferences, and start date, then begin support with a clear, person-centred routine.
Our DVA and community nursing services support veterans and their families across multiple care needs.
We provide DVA-funded and community nursing services tailored to individual health needs.
Experienced nurses providing clinical care at home: wound management, medication administration, health assessments, and chronic disease monitoring.
Help with daily living: bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, mobility assistance, and meal support.
Nursing support after hospital discharge to help veterans recover safely at home with continuity of care.
Ongoing nursing support for veterans managing conditions like diabetes, COPD, heart disease, and other chronic illnesses.
Specialist wound assessment and management by experienced nurses in the comfort of your home.
Assistance with medication administration, compliance monitoring, and liaison with treating doctors and pharmacists.
Useful next steps, reading, and referral paths for people comparing options.
Veterans deserve dedicated, high-quality care, and that's exactly what we provide.
We are a DVA Contracted Community Nursing provider, supporting eligible Veteran Card holders with clinically required nursing and personal care at home. Claims are handled directly and eligible care has no out-of-pocket cost.
We take time to understand each veteran's needs and preferences. A smaller client load means more dedicated support and less repetition.
We respond to referrals and enquiries quickly so veterans and families get the support they need without delay.
Veterans with a DVA Gold Card or White Card may be eligible for community nursing and personal care services. Eligibility depends on your card type and assessed care needs. Contact DVA or speak with us to discuss your situation.
For eligible veterans, DVA-funded services are provided at no out-of-pocket cost. We handle all claims directly with DVA on your behalf.
Submit an enquiry through our Request Care form, or contact us directly. We'll work with the veteran, their family, and their treating team to arrange appropriate care.
Get in touch and we'll arrange the right care for you or your loved one.
No obligation. We'll acknowledge your message quickly and get back to you within 24 hours. We're here to listen and help.