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If you have not already been assessed for care in an aged care home, including residential respite, you (or your nominated representative) need to call My Aged Care on 1800 200 422. My Aged Care staff will ask you questions about your current needs and circumstances so they can refer you for an assessment.

If you have not already been assessed for care in an aged care home, including residential respite, you (or your nominated representative) need to call My Aged Care on 1800 200 422. My Aged Care staff will ask you questions about your current needs and circumstances so they can refer you for an assessment.

Who is eligible? You may be eligible for government-funded aged care services if you: are 65 years of age or older (50 years or older if you identify as an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander person) need help to do the things you used to do.

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This form collects details of your income and assets so we can calculate the amount you will pay towards your residential aged care. A simpler digital version of this form is available by going towww.

Residential aged care is for senior Australians who can no longer live in their own home. It includes accommodation and personal care 24 hours a day, as well as access to nursing and general health care services. We subsidise aged care homes to provide residential care to eligible people.

Residential aged care is for senior Australians who can no longer live in their own home. It includes accommodation and personal care 24 hours a day, as well as access to nursing and general health care services. We subsidise aged care homes to provide residential care to eligible people.

There are no citizenship or residency restrictions on Home Care Packages, however, they are not meant for visitors to Australia or people who need only temporary or short-term care. If you want short-term care, the Commonwealth Home Support Program might be a better option for you.