We Provide
Clinically required DVA community nursing and personal care at home.
- Registered & enrolled nurses
- Care guided by your GP referral
- Written care plan for every client
- 24/7 clinical support on call
"Delivering respectful, clinically excellent nursing care at home to honour Melbourne's veterans."
Compassionate care that honours your service
The DVA Community Nursing Program funds nursing and personal care services delivered in your home by registered and enrolled nurses.
Clinical Nursing
Services, At Home
Registered and enrolled nurses deliver wound care, medication management, health assessments and post-hospital recovery support — all from the comfort of your own home.
Personal Care & Support
Respectful, dignified assistance with hygiene, showering, dressing and continence support — preserving your independence every visit.
Personalised Care Plans
A registered nurse assesses your needs and prepares a personalised written care plan, reviewed regularly as your needs change.
What our team delivers at home
Wound Care & Dressings
Professional dressings, monitoring and healing plans delivered at home by experienced nurses.
Medication Management
Safe administration, prompting and Webster-pak support by trained registered nurses.
Hygiene & Showering
Respectful help with showering, bathing, dressing and personal grooming at home.
Continence Support
Discreet, dignified continence care and product guidance by compassionate nurses.
Health Assessments
Regular nursing check-ins to monitor your changing needs and liaise with your GP.
Post-Hospital Recovery
Nursing support to safely recover at home following a hospital stay or procedure.
Getting started is simple
From referral to regular visits — here's how DVA Community Nursing works with Essential Life Care.
GP Referral
Your GP or treating doctor provides a written referral identifying your clinical nursing needs.
Home Assessment
A registered nurse visits your home for a thorough assessment and develops a personalised care plan.
Care Begins
Your dedicated nursing team delivers ongoing clinical care and personal support on your schedule.
Ongoing Review
We regularly review and update your care plan, liaising with your GP as your needs evolve.
Trusted DVA Provider
DVA community nursing across Victoria
The Essential Life Care difference
We build lasting relationships with veterans and their families, providing continuity, reliability, and genuine compassion.
How we care & our mission
Essential Life Care is built on a simple promise: to provide Melbourne's veterans with the highest standard of clinical in-home nursing.
Clinical Excellence
Our registered nurses are fully qualified, police-checked, and focused on delivering evidence-based clinical treatments in the comfort of your home.
Veteran-First Focus
We structure our nursing assessments and daily care plans around your individual needs, supporting your independence and dignity every single visit.
Dedicated Coordination
Our nursing team coordinates directly with your GP and DVA to manage your referral, handle the paperwork and provide ongoing clinical review.
How we care & our social commitment
Essential Life Care is dedicated to enriching lives beyond medical visits — building meaningful community ties, supporting family wellbeing, and serving with dignity.
Honouring Veterans & Families
We consider it a profound privilege to care for those who served. Beyond clinical support, our team brings warm companionship, active listening, and deep respect for your service history.
Community & Local Connection
Deeply connected across Victorian communities, we work alongside local healthcare partners, RSL sub-branches, and support networks to foster strong social wellbeing.
Family Peace of Mind
We stand with families and carers, offering transparent communication, effortless DVA coordination, and dependable nursing continuity so loved ones can rest easy.
Our Dignity Promise
Every nursing visit is unhurried, respectful, and focused on physical and emotional comfort for veterans and their families.
Common questions, clear answers
Navigating DVA services can feel overwhelming. Here are the questions we hear most — and straightforward answers.
See all FAQsQHow is DVA Community Nursing paid for?
Services are fully covered by DVA for eligible Gold and White Card holders with a GP referral.
QDo I need a referral from my GP?
Yes. A written referral from your GP or treating doctor is required. We can help guide you through this process.
QWho is eligible for DVA Community Nursing?
Veterans and war widow(er)s with an assessed clinical need who hold a DVA Gold Card, or a White Card for an accepted service-related condition.
QHow quickly can care begin?
Once we receive your GP referral, we typically schedule your initial nursing assessment within a few days.
Do you hold a DVA Gold or White Card?
You may be eligible for DVA Community Nursing if you have an assessed clinical need and hold a Gold Card — or a White Card for an accepted service-related condition.
Veteran Enquiry Form
Setting up DVA in-home nursing doesn't have to be complicated. Fill out our simple form to verify your card details, check eligibility, or request a regular clinical consultation.
Alternative Contact
Wondering if DVA Community Nursing is right for you?
If you hold a DVA Gold or White Card and have nursing care needs, we'd love to talk. One unhurried phone call — no forms, no jargon, just clear answers.