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.
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.
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.
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.
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 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.
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.
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.
Have your say on the future of help at home
The Australian Government is redesigning and improving in-home aged care. A new program will launch on 1 July 2024. The Department of Health and Aged Care is seeking feedback.
Spotlight: My Aged Care’s Fee estimator
Our online Fee estimator tool can help you find out what you might pay for Australian Government-funded aged care services. The Fee estimator is a simple online calculator that estimates how much your aged care services might cost.
See how the Community Visitors Scheme creates lifelong friendships
Hans met Rahman through the Community Visitors Scheme. Their 17-year friendship is one of the longest he’s had. The CVS links volunteers with older people experiencing social isolation.
Aged care funding is changing but your care will not be affected
On the 1 October 2022, a new residential aged care funding model was introduced. The new model is called the Australian National Aged Care Classification, or AN-ACC for short.
Webinar: Home Care Packages Questions and Answers
The Older Person’s Advocacy Network (OPAN) is hosting a special webinar to answer any questions you might have about Home Care Packages. This includes questions about monthly statements, fees and charges.
Webinar: Launch of the Aged Care Quality Standards review consultation
The Australian Government is reviewing the Aged Care Quality Standards. This is in response to recommendations of the Royal Commission into Aged Care Quality and Safety.
Help shape the future of sexual rights in aged care homes
The Older Person’s Advocacy Network (OPAN), in collaboration with Celebrate Ageing and the Older Women’s Network NSW, has developed a Charter of Sexual Rights and responsibilities in Residential Aged Care.