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My Aged Care Assessment Manual
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Publication type:
Guideline
Audience:
Health sector
Language:
English
Description:
The Assessment Manual has been updated to reflect the commencement of the Single Assessment System workforce from 9 December 2024.
This manual aims to drive good practices in the assessment of older peoples’ support needs and eligibility for Australian Government-subsidised aged care services.
It includes information about:
- screening, referrals, triage and assessments
- delegation and approval processes
- types of Australian Government-subsidised aged care
- the Integrated Assessment Tool
- complaints and review
- fees and payments
- operational procedures.