Your Care

A large proportion of older Australians prefer to remain living independently or in their home with support from others including family, friends or care related professionals. There are a number of programs and services designed to give older people the opportunity to stay in their homes and to live independently in the community. This type of care is often referred to as 'community care'.

Where it is no longer possible to live at home, aged care homes are available across Australia. Aged care homes are also known as 'residential care'.

There are a number of topics that are important to research and address in order to maintain a lifestyle that suits your requirements.

There are many services that have been set up around Australia to assist you to find care and support to continue living independently in your own home.

Veterans, Indigenous Australians and people in rural and remote areas all have special needs in order to maintain a good quality of life.

Covers a range of services, payments, schemes and other programs dedicated to components of this type of care in Australia.

A critical service provided by a range of Government organisations from the Department of Health and Ageing to Alzheimers Australia.

This website is a one-stop shop for people wanting the latest on aged care. The site includes comprehensive information from various sources as well as great interactive features. It will help you to make informed decisions about aged care options for you or your family members.