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COVID-19 – Information for permanent aged care residents – emergency leave

Unpredictable COVID-19 outbreaks are still occurring in aged care homes and the broader community, so emergency leave continues to be available for permanent aged care residents until 31  December 2026. This fact sheet explains COVID-19 emergency leave provisions for residents.

This information sheet includes:

  • Use of emergency leave during the COVID-19 pandemic​​​​​​
  • Do I have to pay any fees while on emergency leave?
  • Can I take emergency leave now?
  • Can I use emergency leave for a hospital stay?
  • What if I have used my social leave and exceeded my allocated days during the COVID-19 pandemic?
  • I have exceeded my social leave balance during the COVID-19 pandemic. What if I have paid fees to the aged care home in order to keep my place?
  • What help is available in the home if I want to move out of my residential aged care facility and live with my family during COVID-19?
  • What happens if I do not want to go back to my aged care home?

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General public
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English
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Coronavirus (COVID-19) resources for the general public
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