Information for older Australians on Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Older people are at greater risk of more serious illness if they get COVID-19. If you – or someone you care for – need help, there is support available. This COVID-19 page lists a range of important resources to assist you.
Spotlight: My Aged Care’s Help explorer
If you're unsure about what aged care services are available, it can help to read about people in similar situations and how they received help.
How you appoint a support person has changed
If you're planning for, or receiving, aged care services it can help to appoint a person to support you. You can now appoint an individual or an advocacy organisation to support you through the aged care process.
Have your say on aged care reform in Australia
We invite everyone to continue to have their say about the aged care reforms. There are plenty of opportunities for you to stay informed and have your say through surveys, webinars, online workshops, consultation papers and face-to-face events.
Survey: Have your say on aged care reform
The Department of Health and Aged Care has launched a new survey to seek your feedback on the aged care reforms. The deadline to provide feedback is 24 March 2023.
Take part in the 2023 Carer Wellbeing Survey
If you care for a family member or friend, then you’re invited to take part in the 2023 Carer Wellbeing Survey. The survey ends Friday, 31 March.
My Aged Care website and associated tools and portals maintenance: Saturday 25 March 5:15pm to Sunday 26 March 6:00pm (AEDT)
Due to scheduled maintenance, Make a referral, Apply online and Contact us tools will be unavailable Saturday 25 March 5:15pm to Sunday 26 March 6:00pm (AEDT). The My Aged Care Online Account and associated portals will also be unavailable during this time.
Have your say on aged care reform in Australia
We invite everyone to continue to have their say about the aged care reforms. There are plenty of opportunities for you to stay informed and have your say through surveys, webinars, online workshops, consultation papers and face-to-face events.
Take part in the 2023 Carer Wellbeing Survey
If you care for a family member or friend, then you’re invited to take part in the 2023 Carer Wellbeing Survey. The survey ends Friday, 31 March.
Updates to provider specialisations
From 27 February 2023, claims from aged care providers to deliver specialised care will be published on provider profiles only if they have been verified against the My Aged Care Provider Specialisation Verification Framework.
How you appoint a support person has changed
If you're planning for, or receiving, aged care services it can help to appoint a person to support you. You can now appoint an individual or an advocacy organisation to support you through the aged care process.
Survey: Have your say on aged care reform
The Department of Health and Aged Care has launched a new survey to seek your feedback on the aged care reforms. The deadline to provide feedback is 24 March 2023.
Spotlight: My Aged Care’s Help explorer
If you're unsure about what aged care services are available, it can help to read about people in similar situations and how they received help.
Congratulations to the Senior Australian of the Year 2023
Human rights and social justice campaigner Professor Tom Calma AO was named the Senior Australian of the Year 2023. Tom has advocated for First Nations people for over 45 years.
New translating service for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people can now connect to My Aged Care through Interpreter Connect. Through this free service, you can speak with My Aged Care about your aged care questions and get assistance applying for and accessing services.
What is the Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission?
The Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission protects the rights and interests of people who use Commonwealth-funded aged care services by making ensuring that aged care service providers give the best care possible
Explore the OPAN self-advocacy toolkit
The Older Persons Advocacy Network (OPAN) has released a free self-advocacy toolkit. If you are looking into aged care services, the toolkit can give you the skills, information, and resources you need.
Share your thoughts on an Inspector-General of Aged Care
The Department of Health and Aged Care has released draft legislation, known as the Inspector-General of Aged Care Bill. If you receive aged care services, we’d like to know what you think of the draft Bill.
What started as volunteering has become friendship
To celebrate International Day of Volunteers we are sharing another story from the Community Visitor’s Scheme (CVS). The CVS helps older people experiencing social isolation to engage with volunteers.
Help guide the future of dementia care in Australia
If you live with dementia, or care for someone who does, you’re invited to help develop a National Dementia Action Plan - that will guide the future of dementia care in Australia. Public consultation closes on 31 January 2023.
Star Ratings for aged care homes
All government-funded aged care homes in Australia now have a Star Rating. Star Ratings make it easier to compare quality and make choices about your care. Aged care homes receive a rating of 1 to 5 stars.
How we’re improving Home Care Package charges
Important changes are coming to Home Care Package charges on 1 January 2023. The changes will bring more transparency to how providers charge and set limits on care and package management prices.
Home and aged care support keeps Carolyn active
Carolyn, 80, was actively involved in her local community, until advanced arthritis made it harder to do the things she used to. Accessing help at home services through My Aged Care helped improve her health, independence and wellbeing.
Webinar: Reforming in-home aged care update
The Department of Health and Aged Care will hold a webinar to provide an update on the progress of the in-home aged care reforms. If you receive in-home aged care, we encourage you to attend.
Important update: Quarterly review of aged care home fees
If you live in an aged care home, you may soon receive a letter from Services Australia about your fees. This includes whether there are changes to your fees or if you are due a refund.
Webinar: What you need to know for better aged care
The Older Persons Advocacy Network (OPAN) is hosting a free webinar to give you the skills to speak up for yourself or a loved one in aged care. The webinar will also see OPAN launch the self-advocacy toolkit.