Welcome to the Aged Care Engagement Hub
The Australian Government is putting security, dignity, quality and humanity back into aged care. This is in response to the recommendations of the Royal Commission into Aged Care Quality and Safety’s final report.
The aged care reforms will create a system that:
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makes sure there is a registered nurse in every aged care home, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
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provides an average of 215 minutes of care per day for aged care residents
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includes a pay rise for aged care workers
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is simpler to navigate, with face-to-face services to find care
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provides better food for aged care residents
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makes providers accountable for the government funding they spend
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caps the amount home care recipients can be charged in administration and management fees, with monthly reporting.
On this Engagement Hub you can get involved in the reforms and help drive change in aged care in Australia.
We need your help to create an aged care system in which we can all be confident.
Get involved
There are a range of ways you can be involved in the reforms, including surveys, webinars, online workshops, consultation papers and face-to-face events.
GET INVOLVEDWelcome to the Aged Care Engagement Hub.
Here you can find information and updates on the aged care reforms.
The Australian Government wants to hear from you about how the aged care system can be improved.
Click on Get Involved to have your say and also register your interest to be notified when consultations open.
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Get involved
There are a range of ways you can be involved in the reforms, including surveys, webinars, online workshops, consultation papers and face-to-face events.
GET INVOLVEDLatest news and stories
Almost 4,000 people attended a webinar to hear about the reforms to in-home aged care, the proposed regulatory model, and the new Aged Care Act. Read about our next steps.
30 September 2022
About the Reforms
A range of changes are being made to aged care, in response to the final report of the Royal Commission into Aged Care Quality and Safety. The changes to aged care in Australia aim to achieve six key outcomes.
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Respect, care and dignity
As an older Australian, I am valued as a person and as an individual.
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Real choice and control
As an older Australian, I have real choice and control over my own care.
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Safe and high quality care
As an older Australian, I am provided with safe and high quality care.
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Prioritise independence through care at home
As an older Australian, I receive care and support at home that contributes to my quality of life.
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Easy, consistent and equitable access
As an older Australian, I have a consistent and seamless experience of receiving the information, support and care I need.
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Appropriately skilled care
As an older Australian, my individual care and support needs are met by an appropriately skilled workforce, and our families are supported and informed.
Older Australians
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