What are the new service categories under Support at Home?
With the transition from the Home Care Package program to the Support at Home program on 1 July 2025, one of the biggest changes is
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What is the AT-HM Scheme for care recipients?
With the introduction of the Support at Home program, assistive technology and home modifications can be funded separately through the Assistive Technology and Home Modifications
Single Assessment System – How are aged care assessments changing?
The landscape of aged care in Australia is evolving with the introduction of the Single Assessment System (SAS), set to launch on 9 December 2024.
A guide to level 1 Home Care Packages
Understanding the options for home care services can be overwhelming, especially with the various levels of Home Care Package available. This guide aims to provide
Protect yourself from scam calls
Australians continue to be targeted by online messages, phone calls, and text scams designed to separate you from your money. In 2023 alone, scam calls
Understanding the 2024 Home Care Package funding increase
In welcome news to care recipients, the Federal Government have announced an increase to the Home Care Package subsidies and supplements, effective 1 July 2024.
Federal budget 2024: Key investments to improve aged care quality
Here are some important updates from the recent Federal Budget 2024 that will directly improve Australia's aged care quality. Here's what you need to know:
How will the increase in the aged care workers award impact my Home Care Package
In an exciting, and much-deserved decision by the Fair Work Commission, from 1 July 2023 aged care workers are scheduled to receive a 15% award
What is your right to dignity of risk?
You have a right to dignity of risk - the capacity to make decisions about your care and services, and understand their potential risks.
Protecting your privacy in aged care
Aged care consumers have the right to have their confidential information respected and kept private. This is how to protect your privacy.