Information you can use. Our guides explain common aged-care questions in plain English. They provide general information only; for advice about an individual situation, contact My Aged Care or an appropriate professional.

14 September 2026 · Aged Care Guides

Your Loved One Is Deteriorating Quickly: Why Starting the Aged-Care Process Early Matters

A clear, calm guide for families when an older person’s needs are changing quickly—what is an emergency, how to start an aged-care assessment and why early planning matters.

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21 September 2026 · Getting started with aged care

Why It Is Wise to Start the Aged-Care Process Early

The hardest time to begin the aged-care process is often when support is already urgently needed. This guide explains the steps, the current funding-wait estimates and why planning early can give families more choice and breathing room.

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28 September 2026 · Aged Care Guides

Aged Care Assessment: What Actually Happens and How to Prepare

Understand how to apply for an aged care assessment, who can attend, what to prepare and what happens after the assessment.

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