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Medication Management Under the Support at Home Program
Medication management is a crucial aspect of healthcare, particularly for older Australians who may be living with chronic conditions or complex health needs. The Support at Home Program, introduced by the Australian government, aims to provide a tailored approach to...
Funding for support at home has been allocated to you, but why is it restricted to merely 60%?
Upon opening your My Aged Care SAH Funding Assignment Notice, you may feel a sense of relief to find that you have been allocated Support at Home funding, but you might also be confused about when you will receive the full amount. At present, many individuals are...
Support at Home – Tier 1-8 – What Services Are Offered at Each Tier?
Effective November 1, 2025, the Australian Government will implement the Support at Home Program, which will supersede the current Home Care Packages (HCP) and Short-Term Restorative Care (STRC) programs. Support at home - Tiers of care This new framework...
What Support at Home Will Fund
Support at Home is designed to enable a greater number of Australian seniors to stay in their homes longer, rather than moving into residential aged care facilities. This article specifies the home care services that Support at Home will cover. What Support at Home...
New eLearning resources to assist you in preparing for the new Aged Care Act.
The Department of Health, Disability and Ageing has launched a series of training materials to support: older adults, their families, and caregivers in understanding the upcoming changes service providers in implementing new systems and processes workers in...
Assistance with the cost of living
The May Budget 2025 presents significant support for the cost of living, precisely when and where it is most necessary. At a glance $2.3 billion in assistance for the cost of living – the largest investment of its kind in Victoria’s history $320 million...
Exploring Aged Care: A Guide for Older Australians, Families, and Carers
The Department of Health, Disability and Ageing is proud to present "Exploring Aged Care," a comprehensive booklet designed to inform older adults, their families, and caregivers about the latest updates in aged care services across Australia. This resource aims to...
Strengthening Trust: New Financial Governance Standards for Australia’s Aged Care Sector
Australia's aged care sector is embarking on a significant transformation, with the introduction of new standards specifically designed to bolster financial governance and accountability. This pivotal shift, driven by the findings of the Aged Care Royal Commission and...