Is CareAbout affiliated with My Aged Care?

No, CareAbout is not affiliated with My Aged Care. CareAbout is an independent service helping older Australians to navigate their way through the often-confusing landscape of Aged Care in Australia.

Stay at Home or move into an Aged Care Home – what’s the difference?

Most people in Australia would prefer to stay in their own home than move into an Aged Care Home. The government supports both situations and is increasingly shifting funding to care at home.

What help does the Government provide and how to access it?

We’re lucky that the government helps to fund the cost of aged care. Everyone over the age of 65 years is entitled to some help. And yes, everyone is expected to contribute to the cost of aged care.

My Aged Care – where you need to start to access government subsidies

If you choose to access government subsidies you need to start by calling My Aged Care. My Aged Care will walk you through the steps you need to take, starting with a face – to – face assessment of your loved one’s needs. My Aged Care will also guide you through the fees you will need to contribute to the costs of care. You can then choose how you want to spend the government subsidies – this may mean support to stay at home or moving into an Aged Care Home. There is a delay of up to 8 weeks to access government subsidies. If you need help earlier you can pay for care directly. If you need help now, CareAbout can talk you through the fees and services of our different partners so you can compare aged care value and service offerings.

How do I pay for Aged Care

Aged Care is complex and expensive. There seems to be endless fees and hoops to jump through. But there is help. Call CareAbout and we’ll explain aged care fees in words you’ll understand. We can even match you with one of our care partners – and this is absolutely free!

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From learning about how to apply for funding to finding providers, at CareAbout, we help you during every step of your Aged Care journey.

Understand Gov. Subsidies

The government subsidises many Aged Care services in order to keep costs as affordable as possible. There are government subsidies available for both Home Care and in an Aged Care Home.

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Getting Assessed

Whether you are seeking Home Care Package Support or entering an Aged Care Home, the first step toward finding out exactly what you’re eligible for is to register with My Aged Care.

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Home Care Package

Home Care Packages offer choice and flexibility. They're consumer-directed, which means you can use the funds the way you want! Choose the services you want to help you stay safely in your home.

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Aged Care Homes

An Aged Care Home is a place for people who don’t need to be in a hospital but can't be cared for at home. Aged Care Homes or Nursing Homes are normally the highest level of care outside a hospital

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Supports funded by the Government

The types of Aged Care support that the Government may fund for participants may include:

Transport
Check-ins and Wellbeing
Domestic Assistance
Meals & groceries
Social Activities
In Home Nursing
Palliative Care
Personal Care
Dementia Care
Home Maintenance and Gardening
Home Modification
Aids & Equipment

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Reduce the burden of choosing an Aged Care provider

Understand your rights

We help you understand your rights and explain in simple language how Aged Care works and what you should expect from your provider

Find reliable providers

The providers we recommend have been carefully evaluated so that you know the choice you make is one you can trust

Explain the Care System

Our team will clearly explain how different Government subsidies work and how to access the support you need

Frequently Asked Questions

Does CareAbout charge a fee?

Our service is free for you. We are paid a fee by the Provider if you choose them. Our suggestions are based on your needs and preferences. If we can’t recommend a quality Provider from our handpicked panel we won’t make one. But we will share our expertise and tips and tricks on how to find a quality Provider!
Is CareAbout affiliated with My Aged Care?

No, CareAbout is not affiliated with My Aged Care. CareAbout is an independent service helping older Australians to navigate their way through the often-confusing landscape of Aged Care in Australia.
Stay at Home or move into an Aged Care Home – what’s the difference?

Most people in Australia would prefer to stay in their own home than move into an Aged Care Home. The government supports both situations and is increasingly shifting funding to care at home.
What help does the Government provide and how to access it?

We’re lucky that the government helps to fund the cost of aged care. Everyone over the age of 65 years is entitled to some help. And yes, everyone is expected to contribute to the cost of aged care.
My Aged Care – where you need to start to access government subsidies

If you choose to access government subsidies you need to start by calling My Aged Care. My Aged Care will walk you through the steps you need to take, starting with a face – to – face assessment of your loved one’s needs.

My Aged Care will also guide you through the fees you will need to contribute to the costs of care. You can then choose how you want to spend the government subsidies – this may mean support to stay at home or moving into an Aged Care Home.

There is a delay of up to 8 weeks to access government subsidies. If you need help earlier you can pay for care directly.

If you need help now, CareAbout can talk you through the fees and services of our different partners so you can compare aged care value and service offerings.

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Understand Gov. Subsidies

Getting Assessed

Home Care Package

Aged Care Homes

Aged Care in Australia

Supports funded by the Government

Reduce the burden of choosing an Aged Care provider

Understand your rights

Find reliable providers

Explain the Care System

Frequently Asked Questions

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