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Federal budget projects a shift in aged care, which promises to save Australia billions

Older Australians are increasingly opting to receive care at home, rather than in residential aged care, a shift that the federal government projects will save billions of dollars.

ABC News · May 10, 2023

Older Australians receiving home care terrified of imminent increase in costs

Sector workers say the changes to conditions for aged care workers are needed, but should come with more funding so clients who cannot afford services are not forced into aged care homes.

ABC News · Jun 22, 2022

A Fair Work Commission decision means 'big changes' are coming to home care from July 1

A Fair Work Commission decision to give part-time carers a minimum shift of two hours could have big consequences for people who use home care packages.

ABC News · Apr 19, 2022