Exploring aged care

Are you wondering if you can get some help with day-to-day tasks around the house? Maybe you need some respite care while your family or carer is away? Or perhaps it’s time to look into aged care homes.

There are many services that can help you live well as you get older. Even if you do not feel you need help yet, it is always good to know your options and be prepared for the future.
With improvements being made to aged care, it is also important to stay up to date so that you are ready for any changes that may impact you.
Over the last few years, the Australian Government has delivered major changes to aged care. These wide-ranging reforms have provided positive change, increasing transparency and improving quality of care provided to older people in Australia.
Some of these improvements include a new Aged Care Act and the new Support at Home program, both starting from 1 November 2025.
If you are just starting out on your aged care journey, My Aged Care is a good place to begin. The website can help explain the types of services available and what to expect from them. It can also explain your eligibility and the steps to take to start accessing government support.

To learn more about aged care, call 1800 200 422 or visit MyAgedCare.gov.au, You can also ask questions and speak to us in person at Site P151 at the 2025 Care Expo Melbourne.