Aged Care Services in Australia

CareAbout helps you navigate your way through your Aged Care Options and find care providers you can trust.

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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.

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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 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 are normally the highest level of care outside a hospital

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Aged Care in Australia

There are many Aged Care options in Australia and they are much more flexible and accessible than you may think.
While the system is not perfect, it continues to move in the right direction, with increasing awareness that everyone’s needs are different.

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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

Tailored to your needs

At CareAbout, we recognise everyone has different needs and preferences. We'll match you with a provider that will meet them

Frequently Asked Questions

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!
How can I afford care?

The government helps subsidise the costs of aged care. And yes, you’re expected to contribute to these costs. Your contribution depends on your individual situation.

Many people seek professional help to work out the best way to pay for aged care. CareAbout can connect you with experts who can estimate your fees and even give you advice on how to structure your finances to make the most of government subsidies. Read about the costs of aged care in our article Aged Care Costs.