Stephanie Burdett
Writer and Communications Specialist behind the articles, guides and resources at Aged Care Decisions, making complex information clear, accessible, and genuinely useful.
- Author of 40+ articles
- Griffith University
- Plain-language storytelling
ABOUT STEPHANIE
Stephanie Burdett is a Writer and Communications Specialist with a talent for making complex information clear, accessible, and genuinely useful.
As the content writer behind Aged Care Decisions, Stephanie develops the articles, guides and resources that help thousands of Australian families navigate complex aged care decisions with confidence. Her work is grounded in empathy, plain language and a deep respect for readers who are often making some of the most important decisions of their lives.
Stephanie holds a degree from Griffith University, where she also taught communication at university level. With a career spanning aged care, health, finance and education, she has built a reputation for translating complex topics into clear, trustworthy content that informs and empowers readers at every stage of their journey.
Articles by Stephanie
5 Smart Ways to Stretch Your Support at Home Budget
Worried your Support at Home funding won’t go far enough? By making a few strategic adjustments to your care plan and comparing provider pricing, you can stretch your funding and unlock extra hours of support.
Support at Home Classification 7 Explained
Receiving Support at Home Classification 7 means you qualify for intensive, coordinated care at home. This level is designed for people needing help with most daily activities, complex health conditions, and regular nursing support, while still avoiding a move into residential aged care.
Support at Home Classification 5 Explained
Support at Home Classification 5 is for people who need intensive daily support but not 24/7 care. It suits those managing multiple chronic conditions, requiring frequent personal care, health monitoring, clinical nursing, and allied health to stay safely at home.
Support at Home Classification 3 Explained
Support at Home Classification 3 provides moderate, regular assistance so you can keep living independently at home. It’s ideal if you are mostly safe alone but now need help several times a week with personal care, housework, transport and medication routines.
Demystifying Support at Home Fees and Out-Of-Pocket Costs
Confused by the new aged care fee structures? This practical guide explains how Support at Home fees work, what out-of-pocket costs you can expect, and what questions to ask providers so you can maximise your government funding.
From Home to Care: How to Support a Loved One Moving into Residential Aged Care
Moving a partner or parent into care is emotionally challenging. Navigate this transition with confidence using our guide to trauma-informed support, preparation checklists, and building partnerships with care staff.
Navigating Aged Care Choices with Confidence
Discussing aged care can be one of hardest things families face. If you’re struggling to make a plan right now, you’re not alone. This is one of the most emotionally demanding journeys families go through, and it’s completely normal to feel overwhelmed.
5 Questions to Ask Your Provider About Your Care Plan
Choosing a Support at Home provider is easier when you know what to ask. These five practical questions help you understand costs, services and reviews, so your care plan truly works for you.
Your Support at Home Care Plan Explained
Understand how Support at Home care plans keep you safe, flexible and in control, who helps create them, and the key questions to ask before agreeing to services with confidence.