Horsham Rural City Council will pass on the provision of Home Support Services in the municipality to an independent agency by the end of December.
The council made a decision at its July meeting to end its provision of the service. It will hand over the reins to a provider recommended by federal and state governments.
The council decision comes after it asked for expressions of interest to find a suitable organisation to provide services including domestic help, respite care, personal care, meals on wheels and home maintenance.
The call attracted interest from seven agencies.
Mayor Mark Radford said all services in the municipality would continue with a new provider.
“The timing of the formal announcement of the successful provider will be decided by the Commonwealth and state governments,” Cr Radford said.
“This has been a significant decision for our councillors and one we have not taken lightly.
“Our Home Support Services provide highly valued face-to-face assistance, particularly for older members in our community and we know that the quality of these services is appreciated.