‘Care, dignity and respect’ was the title of the Aged Care Royal Commission’s final report. This report threw out a big challenge to the...

The good news is that this year's Budget did not increase how much we pay for the aged care services that we access. But an additional...

If your preference is to age in your own home, the announcement of 80,000 new home care packages in this year’s Federal Budget will be...

Good news is currently hard to find, but new lower deeming rates may give relief to some people through higher cashflows – and comes as...

Encouraging older parents to accept help, can be difficult. But when help is accepted, as a member of the “sandwich generation” you may...

Most people want to remain independent throughout retirement and to stay in control of where and how they live. But your ability to do so...

With increasing life expectancies and improvements in medical technology we can all expect to have longer and more productive...

As we get older we may need help with our daily living activities. The frailty of older age or some illnesses may make it harder to live...

A move into residential aged care often leaves the former home vacant, and families with the dilemma of what to do with the home. Many...

A move into residential aged care often leaves the former home vacant, and families with the dilemma of what to do with the home. Many...

There has been significant variation amongst providers in amounts charged for administration, case management and home care services,...

Planning ahead can help to demystify aged care and reduce stress levels. With awareness and pre-planning, you can maintain control and...