New video on the new rights-based Aged Care Act
Aged care in Australia is changing for the better. The new Aged Care Act starts from 1 November 2025. It includes a Statement of Rights to help make sure you are at the centre of your aged care. A new video is available to help explain what rights you have when accessing aged care services.
My Aged Care website and associated tools and portals maintenance: Sunday 26 October 8:00am - 6:30pm 2025 (AEDT)
Due to scheduled maintenance, the Make a referral and Apply online tools will be unavailable on Sunday 26 October 8:00am - 6:30pm 2025 (AEDT). The My Aged Care Online Account and associated portals will also be unavailable during this time.
Letters to home care recipients to prepare for Support at Home
The Department of Health, Disability and Ageing has sent letters to current home care package recipients and older people approved for Home Care Packages (HCP) to help them prepare for the new Support at Home program ahead of 1 November 2025.
Changes to the Commonwealth Home Support Program
When the new Aged Care Act starts on 1 November 2025, it will bring changes for people accessing the Commonwealth Home Support Program (CHSP). Under the new Act, everyone receiving government-funded aged care must be registered with My Aged Care and have an aged care needs assessment.
New video on the new rights-based Aged Care Act
Aged care in Australia is changing for the better. The new Aged Care Act starts from 1 November 2025. It includes a Statement of Rights to help make sure you are at the centre of your aged care. A new video is available to help explain what rights you have when accessing aged care services.
Applications for the Aged Care Council of Elders now open
Are you active in your community? Do you enjoy talking with people about aged care and ageing well? The Australian Government is seeking expressions of interest from older people across Australia to join the Aged Care Council of Elders from January 2026.