On 12 September 2024 the Government responded to the Aged Care Taskforce and introduced the Aged Care Bill 2024 into Parliament.

The aged care reforms will make significant changes to the cost of residential aged care and home care from 1 July 2025.

Shaun Ganguly is the founder of Aged Care Financial Planning specialising in Aged Care Financial Advice.

Join Tim (The Grass is Greener) and Gen (The Reality Cheque) as they come together with financial tips, tricks and ideas to Kickstart your 2022.

When you hear the word 'Aged Care', most people would think of an Aged Care home. But what about access to services that can help you or your loved one 'maintain independence' and stay living in their own home?

Planning for a loved one to be admitted into an Aged Care home is undoubtedly a very emotional time for a family.

Whilst dealing with these emotions, families are faced with trying to learn and understand Aged Care rules, how the rules interact with their own situation and any future impacts regarding centrelink entitlements.

Granny Flat arrangements are becoming a very popular way for families to support their ageing family members.

These arrangements can be hugely beneficial, bring families closer together. However, before entering into such an arrangement it is vital that all parties fully understand the ramifications for the arrangement - and also should obtain specialised advice.

Understanding the Aged Care system can be daunting.

Often it is complex and confusing. There are big decisions to be made at a time when families are feeling emotional and vulnerable.

This week we talk to Louise Biti, co-founder and Director of Aged Care Steps, the leading business supporting professionals to implement advice solutions into their advice businesses in the areas of aged care and other related matters.

Do you understand Home Care Packages that are available for older Australian's?

Most older adults wish to stay at home during their later life years.