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Call the Aged Care Advocacy Line, our national team of advocates is available Monday to Friday 8am–8pm and Saturday 10am-4pm 

Self-advocacy toolkit

What you need to know for better aged care

Self-advocacy or speaking up means having the right information to get the care and support you need. Explore the topics below to start.

Home Aged care costs

Aged care costs

How much you pay for aged care services depends on three main factors; the type of help you require, the provider you choose, and your financial situation.It’s important to do your homework before you choose a provider to ensure you get the aged care you need – at a price you can afford.

By understanding how the various fees, costs and contributions affect each other, you can also avoid unexpected bills. There are a number of tools to help you calculate the cost of your aged care, including My Aged Care’s fee estimator tool.

Explore the different aged care costs topics below.

Home care costs

What will my home care cost?

Residential care costs

How do I pay for residential aged care?

Short-term care costs

Is short-term care affordable?

Financial hardship

What if I can’t pay for my aged care?

Some practical tips

Tips for getting the most out of your aged care.

Where to go for further help

Who can help me understand aged care costs?

Need more support?
Call 1800 700 600