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Clear information for every step of the aged care journey.
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.
Before the Crisis: 5 Essential Documents Every Older Australian Should Have in Place
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The 3 types of Care in Australia
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Budget 2023 & Aged Care
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Choosing an Aged Care Facility
As our loved ones age, we may need to help them with choosing an aged care facility. They may need to consider aged care options to ensure they receive the appropriate support and care they need. Choosing the right aged care facility can be a daunting task. With some...
Embrace the Beauty of Aging
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It’s Elder Abuse Awareness Day!
Today is World Elder Abuse Awareness Day Frankly, it's pretty sad that we even need an Elder Abuse Awareness Day. What a tragedy that our elderly need a special day to call out this appalling behavior. This day was first established in 2006 by the International...
Why Aged Care Matters
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Best Phone Apps for the Elderly
This week we would like to share some of the best phone Apps available tailored to the elderly. There are literally millions of Mobile Apps available to download both free and paid. Therefore, it is wise to consider Apps for social media, music, movies, recipes,...
Featured on Centsability Podcast!
The Centsabiliy Podcast, delves into topics surrounding money, lifestyle, and wellness. It focuses on an often overlooked but incredibly crucial aspect of financial planning—aged care. This episode features Accredited Aged Care professional Amanda Cassar and host...
Warning signs: How to determine if a senior needs help
Let's face it, growing old is a little confronting to the most of us. Imagine going from total independence to having rely on someone. The transition for some can be terrifying, but it doesn't have to be. However, in some cases, seniors try to hide the fact that...
Home Care or Aged Care?
So, which is best? Home care packages or residential Aged Care entry? What are my Options? Home care is becoming more popular for older Australians as an alternative to residential care. Older Australians are happier to choose where to live – either at home, in a...
Need help understanding what it means for you?
Resources can help you get started, but everyone’s circumstances are different. If you’re unsure about your options, your fees or what you need to do next, we’re here to help you work through the information and understand your options.
