
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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: 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.
Webinar: Reforming in-home aged care and regulation – Update
Find out the latest update on in-home aged care reforms and regulation by joining us for a webinar on Wednesday, 31 August.
Help reduce administration and management charges in your Home Care Package
If you or a loved one has a Home Care Package, the Department of Health and Aged Care needs your feedback on the services and charges included in your package. This is so the department can find ways to reduce the amount of money used for administration and management costs.
Service providers to be verified for specialised services
We are implementing a new verification process for service providers that provide specialised care for specific communities. This process will help ensure Australians with diverse aged care needs can find safe and inclusive care that best suits them.
My Aged Care launches extra face-to-face support across 29 locations
There are now 29 additional Aged Care Specialist Officers (ACSO) providing face-to-face aged care support at select Services Australia locations.
Have your say on how older Australians receive care at home
The Department of Health is changing how home care is delivered. You can help shape the future of in-home aged care by telling us what services are important to you.
Help us improve aged care home design
The Australian Government is developing new aged care home design standards – and we’d like to know what you think.
Webinar: Support at Home and regulation update
You’re invited to a free webinar to learn more about the Support at Home Program and a new regulatory framework for aged care.
Find out the latest in Support at Home Program design
Starting from July 2024, a single Support at Home Program will replace all help at home programs.
Face-to-face support for aged care services
A new My Aged Care face-to-face service is now available to help older Australians access government-funded aged care services.
Have your say on aged care reform in Australia
The Department of Health has a new online ‘engagement hub’ where you can register your interest and have your say on how we deliver aged care reforms.
Webinar: How reforms will support aged care workers
The next webinar in a series on aged care reforms in Australia will focus on how these reforms can grow and support a highly skilled aged care workforce. This webinar will take place on Monday, 2 August 2021.
Budget delivers more than $17.7 billion for aged care
In response to the final report of the Royal Commission into Aged Care Quality and Safety, the Australian Government is delivering a $17.7 billion aged care reform package. The reforms will provide better, fairer aged care, and deliver respect, care and dignity to older Australians.