About residential aged care
Learn about residential aged care, why it’s important and how to become an approved provider.
Fees you can charge
Residents pay fees to help with the cost of their care, if they can afford it.
Manage services
All residential aged care providers must offer certain services to residents.
Funding for providers
To provide residential aged care, you need allocated places to get government subsidies and supplements.
My Aged Care
If you need some help around the house or think it’s time to look into aged care homes, My Aged Care is here to help. Visit the My Aged Care website to find information about how to access aged care services. You can also call Monday to Friday, 8 am to 8 pm, and Saturday, 10 am to 2 pm.
Latest resources
Latest resources
Registered nurse coverage in residential aged care dashboard
This dashboard provides users with high level information on 24/7 registered nurse coverage in residential aged care.
Approved providers with an exemption from the 24/7 registered nurse responsibility
This webpage lists approved providers with an exemption from the 24/7 registered nurse responsibility in residential aged care.
Preparing for a more competitive market
From 1 July 2024, residential aged care places will be allocated to people, not providers. This guide has information on how aged care providers can prepare for these changes including opportunities to expand or diversify their service offering to better meet demand.
Care and Support Sector Code of Conduct and Consultation Summary Report – Easy Read
An easy read providing information on the consultation process and the findings.
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