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What Is an Aged Care Assessment (ACAT/ACAS) & How To Apply?
When it comes to aged care there are 2 different types of aged care assessments: The health aged care assessment test. And; The asset and income aged care assessment. For the purpose of this article, we will be discussing the health aged care assessment test. If you...
Aged Care Government Funding: How Does It Work?
Moving your aging parent or a loved one into an aged care home isn’t an easy decision, neither is it a cheap one. But it doesn’t have to be a stressful experience especially if you’re able to access aged care government funding. An aged care home can give your loved...
Centrelink Aged Care Forms: SA457 or SA485?
Completing the required Centrelink forms for aged care can be overwhelming, to say the least. An aged care resident is required, depending on their situation, to either notify Centrelink that they have entered aged care or complete the particular documents for their...
Aged Care for Parents With Dementia: Choosing the Right Option
Choosing the right dementia-specific aged care facility for a loved one living with dementia is not an easy decision for anyone. It is an emotional process that could cloud your judgement. Because you want the best for your loved one, here are a few ways to make this...
Aged Care Placement Consultants – How They Can Help.
Moving a loved one into an aged care facility is an emotional process. How do you convince your parents that this is the best option for them? How do you decide which care facility is the right fit? How do you make the moving process seamless? It certainly can be...
Home Care vs Residential Care: Which is the Best Option For Your Loved One?
Can’t decide between home care vs residential care? You know that it’s about time your loved one got some sort of assistance but you’re not sure whether to get them a home care package or move them into a residential aged care facility. Both options come with their...