Helping homebound individuals access COVID-19 vaccinations

November 26, 2025

SEMPHN’s Vulnerable Peoples Homebound Vaccination Program, which helps individuals who cannot leave home access COVID-19 vaccinations, has been extended to 30 June 2026.

To be eligible for the program, the individual must:  

  • be homebound or have a genuine need for an at-home vaccination  
  • be eligible for a COVID-19 vaccination (see eligibility criteria).

Anyone can request a vaccination for an eligible individual using the Vulnerable Peoples Homebound Vaccinations Referral Form, including health professionals, carers and family members. Individuals can also complete the form to request vaccination for themselves.

Once the referral has been received, a vaccination provider will contact the homebound person (or nominated contact person) to schedule a time for the in-reach home visit.  

If you have any questions, email COVIDHomebound@semphn.org.au 

Further resources can also be found on our Immunisation and COVID-19 webpages.

Please note:

SEMPHN’s Vulnerable Peoples Homebound Vaccination Program will cease accepting referrals from 30 June 2026.

Eligible referrals received before 30 June 2026 will continue to be processed and serviced subject to program capacity and funding.

From 1 July 2026, if you or someone you care for needs support to access COVID-19 or influenza vaccination, please contact your trusted healthcare provider to discuss available options.

You can also use healthdirect Service Finder to find vaccination providers near you.

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