Policies
Our policies
The commitments that keep our clients safe and our carers supported. Please read each one before you apply.
Privacy Policy
Version 2.1 · Effective 1 July 2026How Birchmere collects, uses, stores, discloses and protects your personal information, and the rights you have over it under Australian privacy law.
Code of Conduct
Version 1.4 · Effective 1 July 2026The standards of behaviour every Birchmere carer agrees to uphold to keep care safe, respectful and trustworthy.
Work Health & Safety Policy
Version 1.2 · Effective 1 July 2026Birchmere's commitment to a safe environment for carers and clients, and the shared responsibilities that keep everyone safe.
Carer Terms of Engagement
Version 3.0 · Effective 1 July 2026The terms governing the working relationship between Birchmere and its carers, covering pay, availability, insurance, compliance and ending an engagement.
Cancellations & Refunds Policy
Version 1.0 · Effective 1 July 2026How to change or cancel a booking, the notice we ask for, and when a refund applies for prepaid visits.
Complaints & Feedback Policy
Version 1.1 · Effective 1 July 2026How clients, families and carers can raise concerns or give feedback, and how Birchmere responds — fairly, confidentially and without detriment.
Terms of Use & Service Agreement
Version 1.0 · Effective 1 July 2026The terms on which you use the Birchmere website and book care, including payment, cancellations, liability and dispute resolution.
Accessibility Statement
Version 1.0 · Effective 1 July 2026Our commitment to making Birchmere usable for everyone, including older people and people with disability.
These summaries are provided ahead of launch. Full, legally-reviewed policy PDF documents will replace these downloads before go-live.