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Express emotions through art therapy: benefits for aged care residents

Art therapy is a new treatment in aged care and it is showing exceptional results. Recent studies show it is

How Aged Care Decisions helped me find care: Maureen

Aged Care Decisions aims to help seniors and their families navigate their aged care journey and find a suitable aged

What to Look Out for on an Aged Care Facility Tour

Once you have shortlisted your favourite aged care facilities with an Aged Care Decisions’ placement specialist, it’s time to pick

What Emotional Challenges Do the Elderly Experience?

Seniors experience a range of health conditions as they age, including mental health conditions and emotional challenges. It’s crucial to

What is Aged Care Reviews?

Moving to an aged care home is a big decision and it can be a challenging time for you and

Who to inform when moving to an aged care home

**From 1 November 2025, the New Aged Care Act will introduce major changes to how residential aged care is delivered and managed. Please

How do I find dementia-specific nursing homes?

Dementia specific nursing homes provide a safe and stimulating environment for people with dementia. But, like everyone, seniors with dementia

A guide to preparing for respite care

How can you get respite care for yourself or your loved one? Let’s look at how government-funded short-term residential respite

Different types of Australian aged care provider options

When choosing an Australian aged care provider, it is important to remember there are many different types of providers. Some

Who is eligible for a Home Care Package?

Am I eligible to receive home care for the aged?

Could you or your loved one be eligible for a government subsidised Home Care Package? Here’s everything you need to

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Top tips for finding the best respite care

When you’re a carer for someone who needs support, it’s a big responsibility. It can be easy to put their

Aged Care Placement, respire care in melbourne

How to find the best short term respite care in Melbourne?

When you find yourself needing long-term support from a loved one, it can feel overwhelming and stressful. Carers take on

Different types of home care assistance: Home Care Packages vs. CHSP

**From 1 November 2025, the Support at Home Program will replace the Home Care Package Program, introducing major changes to

Aged Care Quality Standards and What They Mean

Aged care providers across Australia are required to comply with the Aged Care Quality Standards. These Standards are publicly available

What is Respite Care in Aged Care?

Respite care provides a vital, temporary break for primary carers and the older Australians they support. Explore government-subsidised short-term care options and learn how to easily access essential support and Aged Care funding.

Nursing home costs – what you may need to pay

How much does a nursing home cost? Many nursing homes (otherwise known as residential aged care facilties or aged care

elderly people are doing exercises in the aged care facility.

Aged Care Royal Commission: What is the Royal Commission?

The Aged Care Royal Comission is here. Our industry is experiencing an important period of change to make sure our

My Aged Care Guide: Everything you need to know

Federal funding for aged care services in Australia is coordinated by government organisation, My Aged Care. Wherever you are on

Find an aged care home in three easy steps

Aged Care Near Me: How to find suitable aged care

The Australian aged care system is complex and can be difficult to navigate. Follow these three easy steps and you’ll be on

About Aged Care Assessments

This handy guide explains everything you need to know about the ACAT assessment process and how to apply for aged

Celebrating Christmas in Aged Care This Year

It’s that time of year when families get together and celebrate Christmas by enjoying food, gifts and each other’s company.

Guide to Home Care Packages

Want to know more about government funded home care? These Home Care Package Guidelines will help you to understand how Home

Pet Therapy in Aged Care: How it can help

What is pet therapy in aged care? Pet therapy – as like any therapy – is used as form of

Music Therapy in Aged Care: The benefits for residents

What is music therapy? Music therapy is much like many other alternative therapies that aim to help improve physical, mental,

Start The Aged Care Discussion Early

**From 1 November 2025, the New Aged Care Act will introduce major changes to how residential aged care is delivered and managed.

Provider Portal – Support Page

Provider Support Hub Quick Navigation Section 1 – Updating InformationSection 2 – Placement IntroductionSection 3 – Invoices and PaymentsSection 4

5 Things you need to know about ACAT Assessments

This handy guide explains everything you need to know about the ACAT assessment process and how to apply for aged

Aged Care Decisions App – Quick User Guide

Quick User Guide The free new Aged Care Decisions App is the first of its kind in Australian aged care. The

Aged Care Decisions App – For Providers

The free new Aged Care Decisions App is the first of its kind in Australian aged care. The App makes finding,

Aged Care Decisions App – Provider FAQ’s

The new Aged Care Decisions App is the first of its kind in aged care. It is designed to make placements more

App Training Webinars for Providers

At Aged Care Decisions our primary objective is to make the aged care placement process simpler for both families and for providers.

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Aged Care Industry Aged Care Assessments An Aged Care Assessment is the most important first step in the aged care

What am I paying for in aged care?

How much does a nursing home cost? Many nursing homes (otherwise known as residential aged care facilties or aged care

Aged Care Agencies, Aged Care Accommodation Fees

Aged Care Accommodation Fees: Making sense of it all

How much does a nursing home cost? Many nursing homes (otherwise known as residential aged care facilties or aged care

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Frequently Asked Questions

Aged Care Industry What’s the first step? The first step in the aged care process is typically receiving an Aged

Getting Started

From 9 December 2024, the ACAT (Aged Care Assessment Team) and RAS (Regional Assessment Service) systems were merged into a

Touring an Aged Care Facility

Touring an Aged Care Facility Preparing for a tour Prior to doing any tours, have a discussion with the potential

Aged Care Fees Explained

How much does a nursing home cost? Many nursing homes (also known as residential aged care facilities or aged care homes) are heavily supported by government funding. Read on to find out more about fees and charges for residential aged care.

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More information for Aged Care Providers

AgedCareReviews.com.au is Australia’s largest consumer review website for the aged care industry – now featuring over 10,000 validated reviews written

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Short Term Respite Care Options Available

What is Respite Care? Respite Care is a short term Residential Aged Care stay that is subsidised by the Australian