Welcome to My Aged Care

If you need some help around the house or think it’s time to look into aged care homes, My Aged Care is here to help.

My Aged Care is the Australian Government's starting point on your aged care journey. Find and access the government-funded services you need.

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Learn about different types of care

If you are just starting out on your aged care journey, this is your first step. You can see what services are available to help you stay in your own home, or what to expect in an aged care home.

Start here
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Get assessed

If you’ve had a look at what services might be available and you want to know if you are eligible, this is your next step. Read about how to apply and what’s involved in the assessment process.

Learn about the process
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Find a provider

If you’ve been assessed and are ready to find a provider and set up your new services, start here. Find out what to consider and get information about service providers near you.

Find providers
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Manage your services

If you are receiving services and want to check what you’ve got in place or make some changes, head to this section.

Learn how to manage services

Tools to get started

Check your eligibility and apply for an assessment online

 

Apply for an assessment

Request an aged care assessment for a patient or a client.

Make a referral

Find out how much you may need to pay towards your services.

Estimate your fees

See if there are any compliance issues with organisations you're considering.

Check for compliance issues

News and updates

For alerts on issues like COVID-19, information on new features coming to this website, important updates from the Australian Government about aged care, and more, visit our News and updates page.

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Need some help?

I have questions

If you need some help, the My Aged Care team can answer most of your questions over the phone.

Call 1800 200 422

An advocate for my rights

Advocacy services ensure that the rights of anyone receiving or seeking aged care services are supported. They also make it easier to make decisions about care.

Read more about advocacy

Someone to talk on my behalf

A friend or a family member can speak on your behalf by becoming your representative.

Read more about representatives

Support for all

Information and support is available to help people of all backgrounds, languages and situations to access the help they need. This includes LGBTI, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, veterans, and more.

Read more about accessible support