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Aged care can feel overwhelming, particularly when you’re trying to understand fees, funding, accommodation and the choices available to you or someone you love. We’ve created a collection of easy-to-understand resources to help you navigate the process with greater confidence and clarity. From understanding aged care fees to preparing for your next conversation, these resources are here to help you make sense of the information and feel more prepared for what’s ahead.
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Understanding Aged Care Fees
Aged Care Fees – Before & After 1 November 2025
Understanding aged care costs and terminology can be confusing, particularly when names and arrangements change. This easy-to-follow guide explains the key aged care fees and contributions before and after 1 November 2025, including what the different terms mean and how to think about them in everyday language.
What’s inside?
The guide provides a simple overview of:
Basic Daily Fee
Accommodation Payment (RAD)
Daily Accommodation Payment (DAP)
Higher Everyday Living Fee (HELF)
Hotelling Contribution
Non-Clinical Care Contribution (NCCC)
It also explains how the terminology has changed and uses simple comparisons such as groceries, buying a room, renting a room, room service and hotel services to make the different fees easier to understand.
Please note: Aged care rules, rates, thresholds and fees can change. Always check the latest information or speak with your aged care provider or adviser about what applies to your circumstances.
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How Do I Choose a Good Aged Care Facility?
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Centrelink and Aged Care – What Happens to the Pension?
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How Do I Keep the Family Home and Still Pay for Aged Care?
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Aged Care Fees Are Changing from 1 November 2025: What You Need to Know
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Draft an Enduring Power of Attorney to Prevent Financial Abuse
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Understand the Duties of an Enduring Power of Attorney
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The Importance of Advance Care Directives in Aged Care Planning
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Understanding Dementia
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Challenges and Trends in Aged Care Today
Aged care is an essential and evolving sector that plays a crucial role in supporting the well-being and dignity of older adults. However, it also faces a multitude of challenges and must adapt to emerging trends to meet the evolving needs of an aging population. In...
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