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Information for care recipients, families, representatives and carers about the Aged Care Complaints Scheme

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PDF printable version of I have a concern poster (PDF 420 KB)

'Do you have a concern?'

You can do something about it

If you have a concern about the care you or someone else is receiving, it is important that you talk about it.

We encourage you to raise your concern with your care provider first as you can get a fast and sustainable outcome.

Your local contact is:

If you can’t resolve your concern with your care provider, you can contact the Aged Care Complaints Scheme
  • Anyone can lodge a concern
  • It is free
  • You can be anonymous or confidential
  • Call us or go to our website for more information

Aged Care Complaints Scheme

For aged care information:

  • phone 1800 200 422

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