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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...
Understand the New Strengthened Aged Care Standards
The Strengthened Aged Care Standards have been developed to enhance the well-being of elderly Australians and establish precise guidelines for providers to ensure the delivery of high-quality aged care services. About the Quality Standards The Aged Care Quality...
What are Unspent Funds in Home Care Package?
The unspent funds of a care recipient refer to the total amount remaining in their package as of the date when you, as your provider, ceased providing care. It is crucial to calculate the unspent funds when a care recipient exits your Home Care Package service. To...
New Aged Care Act Unpacked
After months of anticipation, the new Aged Care Act made a grand entrance on Thursday afternoon, leaving a lasting impact. Despite concerns raised by the Coalition party, the Act was successfully passed with bipartisan support after some last-minute adjustments were...
Assisting those who are affected by incontinence
Caring for a loved one is a challenging task, and dealing with incontinence can be particularly difficult. It can be unpredictable, increase your responsibilities, and be costly. However, help is available. Seeking guidance and support from a health professional can...
Guidelines for engaging in physical activity to those with mild cognitive decline
In 2023, Australia introduced its inaugural guidelines aimed at promoting physical exercise as a means to mitigate cognitive decline and enhance mental health. Engaging in consistent physical exercise has been evidenced to lower anxiety and depression, as well as...
Key criteria for choosing a Home Care Package provider
Each aged care organization offers unique services and pricing structures. Therefore, it is crucial to conduct thorough research and compare providers before selecting one to receive services from. When evaluating aged care providers, there are three key factors to...