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It’s important to consider your needs before you go too deep into your research because not all Aged Care providers are equal. They provide different levels and types of care depending on various factors. Fees charged, length of time the care is required, medical/health treatment required, eligibility for subsidy, and requirement for extra services will all determine how you choose the provider that is right for you.
There are five main types of Aged Care services available in Australia: Home Care, Aged Care Homes, transition care, respite care and short-term restorative care. The latter three usually involve some consultation with medical practitioners, and the options are somewhat more limited than the first two, so we are going to focus on providing some advice on choosing either a Home Care provider or an Aged Care Home.
One of the first things that will most likely baffle you as you start looking into Aged Care Homes is the terminology around fees, so let’s start there.
CareAbout can help work out the right Aged Care Home for your needs and budget and help navigate your way through the process and the tricky terminology!
When the time comes to start selecting an Aged Care Home, it is a great idea to create a checklist of questions and required information. Obviously the checklist may feature items applicable to your particular circumstances, however, here is a list of questions/information you can use as a starting point.
CareAbout has a useful Aged Care Home Review Guide that you can use to guide your visits of different Aged Care Homes.
Being cared for in one’s home is the preferred option for just about everyone. However, as with aged care homes, different providers provide different services for different fees.
It certainly pays to know what you want before you start asking questions. These needs can vary from having meals prepared and the home cleaned, to more extensive supervision – and everything in between.
Questions to ask yourself:
One of the best things about the Australian aged care system is that the federal government’s Home Care Package Program is designed to help people live independently in their own home for as long as they can. There are four levels of home care packages and you can find out more by reading this article.
Different providers provide different services for different fees … It is a great idea to create a checklist of questions and required information
Of course, receiving a Home Care Package is one thing, making the most of it is something else. For one thing, different providers can charge different levels of fees for just about the same services. CareAbout can set you up with the right provider; one that will not only meet your needs but also ensure your package is stretched as far as it can.
Choosing the right aged care provider is not something you have to do alone. CareAbout can help provide information, discuss your personal circumstances, and recommend some options, all at no cost and with no obligation. It’s the best place to start.
Choosing an aged care provider is a major decision and lots of factors must be considered. CareAbout provides you with all the information you need to make sure you are confident with your choice. Contact us today.