Aged care costs have become an increasingly important financial consideration for Australian families. Longer life expectancy, rising healthcare demands, and evolving government policy continue to shape the aged care landscape. […]
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Aged care costs have become an increasingly important consideration within Australian financial planning discussions. Longer life expectancy, rising healthcare expenses, and changing aged care policies continue to influence how families
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The term ‘Sandwich Generation’ usually refers to people (often in middle age) who are simultaneously supporting (or caring for) both their children (or younger dependents) and their ageing parents (or
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As we age, it’s natural for our needs, and the kind of support we require, to evolve. For some, this may mean bringing more help into the home; for others, it could involve considering a move to a retirement village or residential aged care accommodation. Understanding the different pathways and how they interconnect is an important part of planning for this next stage of life.
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The Federal Government has passed the Aged Care Act 2024, introducing the most significant reforms to Australia’s aged care system in over a decade. Designed to improve quality, fairness, and sustainability, these changes will affect both home care and residential aged care fees and will take effect from 1 November 2025.
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The Australian Government has postponed the rollout of the new Aged Care Act, scheduled for 1 July 2025. The updated legislation will now begin on 1 November 2025.
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New aged care rules will take effect from 1 July 2025 that may add complexity in understanding aged care fees and making informed financial decisions.
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The Aged Care Bill, tabled in Parliament on 12 September 2024, brings changes to the costs of age care from 1 July 2025.
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Navigating the aged care decision-making process is not easy, especially if decisions are being made in a crisis when emotions are running high.
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The Australian Government is the primary funder and regulator of the aged care system in Australia.
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The goal of aged care is to help older Australians maintain their independence and quality of life while receiving the necessary care and support.
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It’s important for older people to maintain control and independence as they approach the stage of life where some level of care is required.
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Jim and Susan are 5 and 12 years away from retirement respectively and decided to meet our financial planners to get a solid financial plan in place.
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Ben and Sarah would be able to draw down $90,000 per annum in retirement until around 85 years of age and then $60,000 per annum thereafter.
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Here’s a roundup of some of the key proposals put forward in last night’s Federal Budget. We take a look at how they might affect your financial goals.
2018 Federal Budget Brief Read More »
