When the time comes for you or a parent to move into residential care, choosing the right service is an important but complex decision. Sometimes your choice may be limited because of the urgency or the availability of suitable places, and the pressure can be overwhelming. But making the right choice is key to a…
After a long wait, new legislation which is aimed at reshaping how aged care is delivered and funded in Australia has been passed. Like most countries around the world, our population continues to age, making it important to have a sustainable aged care system that provides quality care and treats our older Australians with dignity….
The retirement living sector is growing rapidly in Australia as the population ages and demand increases for a spot in a retirement village. For many people, the idea of having someone on site to help with property and garden maintenance is enough for them to make what can be a major change later in life….
Change is often met with resistance, especially when it feels out of our control. For many people, the idea of growing older and transitioning into residential aged care is daunting and may evoke fears of loss and uncertainty. It’s not just older people who feel the weight of this change — their children and families…
Changes to aged care fees are coming, and they will impact both home care and residential care. After a long wait and lots of speculation, the government has released details of the proposed changes. While some people will see their fees increase, the good news is that aged care remains heavily subsidised, and fees will…
Life can be busy and complex for the ‘sandwich generation’ who find themselves stuck between caring for grandchildren and ageing parents. Most people are unprepared for aged care because, let’s face it, no one wants to get old – but if we are lucky, we will. Families are better off being prepared. Apart from the…
If you are worried about the need to access aged care, you are not alone. When the time comes, it can be daunting, with a lot of new information to take in and many decisions to make. The responsibility to make the right decision for yourself or a loved one may weigh heavily on your…
Moving into residential aged care can trigger a range of emotions, particularly if it involves the sale of the family home. What is often a major financial asset, is also one that many people believe should be either kept in the family or its value preserved for future generations. Whether or not the home has…
The COVID-19 pandemic gave us all a sneak peek into what life might be like if we lost independence and mobility. But what if the limitations were not due to an international pandemic and were not affecting everyone in your street, but just you? What if it was your own personal capacity (physical or mental…
This year’s Federal Budget focused on the rising costs of living and how to help Australians manage. Before the Budget there was speculation that we would see changes for aged care funding and fees, but what made it into the Budget? This article takes a look at the measures in the Budget and how you…
