Whilst the cost of aged care can vary from one individual to another depending on their financial situation, the government also subsidises aged care services and assessments.
Australia’s New Aged Care Act aims to protect consumers with a rights-based model of care. This shift to a right-based aged care system means stronger protections for older Australians and more support for families.
Western Australia’s ‘Time to Think’ hospital discharge support program provides temporary funding for aged care. This funding gives families extra time to make longer-term care decisions after hospital discharge.
From November 2025, the higher everyday living fee replaces extra service charges in aged care. Understand what it covers, who it affects, and how it changes costs for families.
An advance health directive is a legal document that details an individual’s health preferences if they are unable to speak for themselves.
Clients have been asking me, “What are the 8 standards in aged care?” more often. The 8 Aged Care Quality Standards are a crucial part of compassionate, safe, personalised aged care services.
The aged care sector is undergoing a significant transformation from the 1st November with the introduction of a new Aged Care Act. Part of these changes are the introduction to the Strengthened Aged Care Quality Standards
This guide will explain the current and the new standards.
The new Support at Home program aims to create a sustainable system that helps ageing individuals remain at home longer. The proposed changes may result in higher charges for home care for some individuals entering the aged care system.
The new Aged Care Bill aims to strengthen aged care in Australia. However, it also means an increase in costs for some people entering residential aged care. Understanding the recent Australian Aged Care reforms is important for avoiding confusion and stress.
