Keeping your outdoor space tidy and safe can be a challenge if you’re living with a service-related condition. That’s where DVA Household Services comes in, providing lawn mowing and gardening support for eligible veterans.
These supports are designed to help veterans maintain their yards without physical strain, keeping your home not only safe but also enjoyable.
Lawn mowing and gardening support is part of the Department of Veterans’ Affairs (DVA) Household Services program (HHS). It helps eligible veterans manage tasks that may be difficult due to injury, illness, or age. Services are practical, non-clinical, and focused on outdoor maintenance that improves safety, accessibility, and comfort.
AusVeterans organises, manages, and delivers outdoor maintenance services tailored to your property and your needs. These can include:
Whether it’s a regular service or a one-off yard clean-up, we make sure it’s done right. These DVA gardening services are tailored to keep your home safe, accessible, and enjoyable all year round.
Overgrown lawns and untidy gardens can create serious safety hazards, especially for those with mobility concerns. Slippery paths, hidden trip risks, and blocked access points can increase the risk of falls or injuries.
Routine yard care, including DVA garden maintenance, helps
A well-kept garden can also be a calming, restorative space. One that you can enjoy without the physical effort.
We don’t just send someone to mow the lawn. We provide a full service designed around your needs:
You don’t have to coordinate multiple services or chase up providers, we do it all for you.
All gardening and mowing professionals we use are:
If you’re not happy with a worker or how a job is done, let us know, we’ll organise a replacement without any fuss.
You may be eligible for DVA-funded lawn mowing and DVA gardening services if:
AusVeterans will walk you through this during your first conversation and handle all the checks for you.
Keeping the garden safe is just one part of staying independent at home. AusVeterans also helps with:
Minor household tasks and essential home safety
All services are approved, scheduled, and managed on your behalf.
No, you don’t need to be home. However, we do recommend being there for the first visit. This gives you a chance to meet the gardening team, share any preferences, and feel confident about who is working on your property. After that, you can leave access instructions such as a gate code or a safe key spot.
Our team is comfortable working around pets, but safety comes first. If your dog is nervous or protective around new people, we ask that you secure them indoors or in a safe area of the yard before the service starts. If you’re unsure, just let us know and we will work out a plan together.
Yes. To help our team work efficiently and safely, please remove toys, hoses, tools or other loose items from the lawn. If you have a dog, make sure the area has been cleaned of pet waste before the service. This helps avoid mess, keeps the service hygienic, and protects our workers.
If you have heavy pots, outdoor furniture or other items that are difficult to shift, that’s okay. Let us know ahead of time and our team will assist where possible. We want to make sure the space is safe and ready for mowing or maintenance without putting you at risk.
Your satisfaction is important to us. If anything doesn’t feel right, whether it’s the quality of the job, timing, or a concern about the worker, we are here to help. We will respond quickly and can arrange a different gardener if needed. You won’t need to manage the issue on your own.
The frequency of services depends on what DVA approves in your determination. This could be weekly, fortnightly or based on your specific needs. AusVeterans will help ensure the schedule suits you and can assist with adjustments if your situation changes.
If you have a green waste bin, our team will use it to dispose of any clippings or leaves. DVA does not cover the cost of green waste removal, so we aim to keep it simple and cost-free for you. If a large volume of waste is generated and no bin is available, we’ll discuss options with you such as using a compost area or garden bed. For large disposals that require tip runs, there may be an extra cost, which we’ll always confirm with you beforehand.
No. DVA gardening services are part of the Household Services program and are designed to help eligible veterans with outdoor maintenance they cannot safely manage themselves.
These services focus on safety, access, and essential upkeep rather than cosmetic landscaping.
If lawn mowing and gardening have become too much to manage on your own, AusVeterans is ready to help. Contact us today for a free eligibility assessment, and let us take care of the paperwork and the work itself.
Note: All services are subject to DVA assessment and approval. Eligibility criteria must be met.
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