Home nursing services in Singapore
Licensed nurses visiting seniors at home for wound care, IV therapy, tube feeding, catheter care, and medication management. Both AIC-subsidised and private providers listed.
What is it?
Home nursing (HN) in Singapore is delivered by registered nurses (RN) or enrolled nurses (EN) who visit patients at their residence. Services typically include wound dressing, IV antibiotics or fluids, nasogastric tube feeding, urinary catheter care, stoma care, medication administration, and health monitoring. MOH licenses home nursing providers under the Home Care Licensing framework. AIC-subsidised home nursing is available through HCPP (Home Care Personalisation Plan) for eligible Singapore Citizens and PRs.
Who it suits
- Seniors discharged from hospital with wounds, IV lines, or tubes requiring professional nursing
- Patients with chronic conditions (COPD, heart failure, renal disease) needing regular nursing checks
- Dementia patients who resist leaving home for outpatient follow-up
- Families who want professional nursing oversight in addition to family caregiving
Find a facility
Central Region (1)
| Facility | Planning area |
|---|---|
| SALOHealth - Private Home Nursing & Respite Care |
Costs and subsidies
Private home nursing visits in Singapore typically cost S$80–S$200 per visit depending on clinical complexity and visit duration. MOH-licensed VWO providers charge lower rates — commonly S$50–S$120 per visit before subsidies — and many eligible patients pay substantially less after means-testing. The MOH portable subsidy via household income per person means-testing is available for eligible Singapore Citizens and PRs, allowing them to use the subsidy at any AIC-approved provider of their choice. MediSave can also offset costs under the MediSave Home Caregiving scheme, and CareShield Life payouts may be applied once a successful claim is in place. See our subsidy guide for full details.
Subsidy questions? We have a separate plain-English explainer of MOH subsidies, CareShield Life, MediSave, and household income tiers. Read the subsidy guide →
Frequently asked questions
Who is eligible for subsidised home nursing in Singapore?
Singapore Citizens and Permanent Residents who require nursing care at home and are assessed by an AIC-approved provider are eligible for subsidised home nursing. The level of subsidy is determined by household income means-testing — lower-income households receive higher subsidies. Patients must be seen by a MOH-licensed home nursing provider enrolled in the Home Care Programme.
How much does home nursing cost?
Private providers typically charge S$80–S$200 per visit. For AIC-subsidised providers, the subsidised rate after household income means-testing can be as low as S$5–S$30 per visit for lower-income households. The MOH portable subsidy is portable across AIC-approved providers, so you are not locked to a single operator.
How do I arrange home nursing?
There are three main routes: (1) ask your hospital's medical social worker for a referral before discharge — the most common path post-hospitalisation; (2) contact an AIC-approved home nursing provider directly; or (3) call AIC CareLine at 1800-650-6060 for guidance on suitable providers and subsidy eligibility. Bring your NRIC and recent discharge summary to expedite the intake assessment.
What services does a home nurse provide?
Home nurses (RN or EN) perform clinical tasks that family caregivers cannot legally do: wound dressing and post-surgical care, nasogastric tube feeding and replacement, urinary catheter care, IV medication or fluid administration, stoma care, blood glucose monitoring, and medication administration. They also educate family caregivers on safe home management. Bathing, grooming, and other activities of daily living are outside nursing scope — those are covered under home personal care.
Can I use MediSave or CareShield Life to pay for home nursing?
Yes. MediSave can be used under the MediSave Home Caregiving scheme for qualifying home nursing services. CareShield Life monthly payouts can offset home nursing costs once a claim is approved. Some Integrated Shield Plan (IP) riders also extend coverage to home nursing following a hospitalisation — check with your insurer for current claim limits.
How does home nursing compare to a nursing home or day rehabilitation centre?
Home nursing allows the patient to remain at home and receive clinical nursing visits — typically 1–3 times per week — without full-time residential placement. A nursing home provides 24-hour supervised care for patients who can no longer be safely managed at home. A day rehabilitation centre provides therapy and social engagement during daytime hours. Home nursing suits patients who are medically stable between visits but have ongoing clinical needs.