Increase to the value of your Home Care Package
The Australian Government is supporting further increases to the award wages of many registered and enrolled nurses working in aged care. As a result of this, the government has increased how much it contributes towards your Home Care package to cover this increase.
Videos on the new Aged Care Act and Support at Home start date
The new Aged Care Act and Support at Home program will now start on 1 November 2025. The new start date means providers have more time to set up new systems and train and prepare workers. It also gives you more time to understand what’s changing.
What to do in an emergency situation
We are aware that Tropical Cyclone Alfred may impact older people living in QLD and NSW. If you are in an emergency situation and require assistance, call 000 or the local emergency services as soon as you can. Aged care services must maintain quality care in an emergency situation.
Increase to the value of your Home Care Package
The Australian Government is supporting further increases to the award wages of many registered and enrolled nurses working in aged care. As a result of this, the government has increased how much it contributes towards your Home Care package to cover this increase.