Increase to the value of your Home Care Package
The Australian Government is supporting further increases to the award wages of many registered and enrolled nurses working in aged care. As a result of this, the government has increased how much it contributes towards your Home Care package to cover this increase.
My Aged Care website and associated tools and portals maintenance: Saturday 22 March 5:00pm – Sunday 23 March 2025 8:00pm (AEDT)
Due to scheduled maintenance, the Make a referral and Apply online tools will be unavailable on Saturday 22 March 5:00pm – Sunday 23 March 2025 8:00pm (AEDT). The My Aged Care Online Account and associated portals will also be unavailable during this time.
What to do in an emergency situation
We are aware that Tropical Cyclone Alfred may impact older people living in QLD and NSW. If you are in an emergency situation and require assistance, call 000 or the local emergency services as soon as you can. Aged care services must maintain quality care in an emergency situation.
Increase to the value of your Home Care Package
The Australian Government is supporting further increases to the award wages of many registered and enrolled nurses working in aged care. As a result of this, the government has increased how much it contributes towards your Home Care package to cover this increase.
Dementia Action Week
This week is Dementia Action Week (16–22 September 2024) and the theme is ‘act now for a dementia friendly future’. Dementia Action Week is an annual initiative run by Dementia Australia. It aims to raise awareness, understanding and acceptance for people living with dementia, and their families and carers.