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These documents reflect the Government’s official response on 12 September 2024. Some details may have changed since that time as the result of consultation and the deferral of the new Aged Care Act to now commence from 1 November 2025.
Final report of the Aged Care Taskforce
This report examines the recommendations proposed by the Aged Care Taskforce to support an aged care system that is sustainable, fair and facilitates greater innovation in the sector.
Aged Care Taskforce – Terms of reference
This document provides the terms of reference for the Aged Care Taskforce.- Image:
Australian Government response to the Aged Care Taskforce
This document presents the Australian Government response to the recommendations from the Aged Care Taskforce.
Response to the Aged Care Taskforce – Accommodation reform
This document provides information about changes to residential aged care accommodation funding to support viability of the sector and long-term phasing out of Refundable Accommodation Deposits (RADs).
Response to the Aged Care Taskforce – Residential care contributions
This document provides information about changes to residential aged care accommodation funding to support viability of the sector and long-term phasing out of Refundable Accommodation Deposits (RADs).
Support at Home – Fact sheet
This fact sheet provides a summary of the Support at Home program that will commence 1 November 2025. It also outlines the contributions participants in the program will pay.
Case studies – Support at Home
This document presents a range of case studies that demonstrate the potential impact of the proposed changes on participants across various levels of income and/or assets.
Case studies – Residential care
This document presents a range of case studies that demonstrate the potential impact of the proposed changes on new residents across various levels of income or assets.
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