My Aged Care has resources that the aged care sector can order to share with their clients. This includes brochures, booklets and checklists. These resources are also available in up to 22 other languages.
Resources
Government Provider Management System (GPMS) – User guide – 24/7 registered nurse reporting
This user guide explains how registered nurses can access, complete, and submit 24/7 registered nurse reports via GPMS from November 2025, including reporting requirements, eligibility for supplements, and support resources for residential aged care providers.
My Aged Care – Assessor Portal user guide for Residential Respite Classification Referrals (for assessment organisation team leaders)
This user guide outlines how assessment organisation team leaders interact with the My Aged Care assessor portal to manage Residential Respite Classification referrals.
Lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans/transgender or intersex – Specialisation Verification Application Form
This application form is used to apply for Specialisation Verification status for lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans/transgender, intersex or other sexual orientations or gender diverse or bodily diverse people. It aligns with the updated Specialisation Verification Framework.
Care Leavers, including Forgotten Australians and former child migrants placed in out of home care – Specialisation Verification Application Form
This application form is used to apply for Specialisation Verification status for Care Leavers, including Forgotten Australians and former child migrants placed in out of home care. It aligns with the updated Specialisation Verification Framework.
Registered supporters in aged care brochure
This brochure provides information on the registered supporter role, under the new Aged Care Act, and is aimed at older people and those who support them.
Accessing the Multi-Purpose Service Program (MPSP) – Consumer fact sheet
If you are an older person living in a rural or remote part of Australia, you may be able to access services through the Multi-Purpose Service Program (MPSP).
Assistive Technology over $15,000
This form is for people applying to access assistive technology over $15 000.
Multi-purpose service locations
Find a Multi-purpose service that can deliver aged care services in rural and remote locations. Locations are marked on a map and also available as a list of street addresses within each state and territory.
People from culturally, ethnically and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds – Specialisation Verification Application Form
This application form is used to apply for Specialisation Verification status for people from culturally, ethnically and linguistically diverse backgrounds. It aligns with the updated Specialisation Verification Framework.
Leaving the Multi-Purpose Service Program (MPSP) – Consumer fact sheet
If you decide to leave the Multi-Purpose Service Program (MPSP) and access other aged care services, you might need to wait for services to become available and could pay higher fees.
Fees and charges under the MPSP – Consumer fact sheet
If you are an older person accessing aged care services under the Multi-Purpose Service Program (MPSP), you may be asked to contribute to the costs and pay some fees.
Frequently asked questions for potential volunteers in aged care
A fact sheet of frequently asked questions commonly asked by people interested in aged care volunteering.
People who are experiencing homelessness or at risk of experiencing homelessness – Specialisation Verification Application Form
This application form is used to apply for Specialisation Verification status for people who are experiencing homelessness or at risk of experiencing homelessness. It aligns with the updated Specialisation Verification Framework.
Engaging volunteers in aged care – Guidance handbook for aged care providers
The aim of this booklet is to guide providers through the considerations involved in volunteer engagement. Topics covered include the legislative environment, checklists to prepare for volunteer engagement, designing volunteer roles, recruitment and retention and some frequently asked questions.
Specialisation Verification Framework
The final framework sets out the criteria for specialised care delivery. Aged care providers who deliver specific services that meet diverse needs may apply for specialisation verification.
Managing volunteers in aged care – Guidance handbook for volunteer managers
This handbook provides guidance for aged care volunteer managers for volunteer engagement and management processes including recruitment, onboarding, retention, administration and further training and information. Aged care providers can also use this resource to support their volunteer managers.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Persons, including Stolen Generations – Specialisation Verification Application Form
This application form is used to apply for Specialisation Verification status for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Persons, including Stolen Generations. It aligns with the updated Specialisation Verification Framework.
Veterans or war widows – Specialisation Verification Application Form
This application form is used to apply for Specialisation Verification status for veterans and/or war widows. It aligns with the updated Specialisation Verification Framework.
QI Reporting via GPMS – Additional guidance
An FAQ style document that provides additional guidance to registered providers to assist with reporting QI Program data via the new GPMS – QI application.
Aged care wages attestation report
A summary of providers’ attestations that they have passed on additional Australian Government funding in support of the Fair Work Commission’s decision to increase minimum award wages for many aged care workers and associated on-costs.
Fact sheet for older people and their families
This fact sheet is for Australian Government-funded residential aged care. It covers the definition for each quality indicator and describes how the QI Program is relevant to them.
My Aged Care – Application for Emergency Residential Care or Residential Respite Care Form
This form is for approved providers who want to apply for residential care or residential respite care.
Hardship assistance for aged care – Fact sheet
This fact sheet provides information about accessing assistance to pay for aged care fees.
Changes to Star Ratings – Compliance rating fact sheet
We are making changes to the way the Compliance rating for Star Ratings is calculated. This fact sheet explains how and when the changes will commence.
Complaints and Reviews of Decisions policy
This policy explains how anyone can lodge a complaint about a registered supporter with the System Governor, outlines possible outcomes, and details how affected entities can request an internal review of decisions under the Aged Care Act 2024.
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