Your Top Six Aged Care Questions answered

1.    What Is Aged Care?

Aged care refers to a range of services designed to support older individuals who need assistance with daily living activities. This includes in-home care, residential care, or other forms of support tailored to your needs. STAR is an in-home aged cares service provider.

2.    How Do I Know If I Need Aged Care?

Determining the need for aged care typically involves an assessment of an individual's health, abilities, and care requirements. My Aged Care provides an easy starting point for this process. An assessment will help identify the level of care needed.

3.    When Should I Start Planning for Aged Care?

Ideally, planning for aged care should begin before it becomes an urgent need. Early planning allows for better control over care preferences and can ease the transition when care becomes necessary. It also helps to reduce stress on family members who might otherwise face the responsibility of making quick decisions under pressure.

4.    What Are the Different Types of in home Aged Care Services?

The main categories of care and services you can get from a Home Care Package are:

Category Services Ageing related services to keep you well and independent

• Personal care

• Nursing

• Allied health and therapy services

Category Services

• Meal preparation and diet Ageing related services to keep you safe in your home

• Domestic assistance  

• Home maintenance

• Minor home modifications

• Goods, equipment, and assistive technology

• Respite

Ageing related services to keep you connected to your community

• Transport

• Social support

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Each type of support service is designed to meet different needs, from assistance with tasks to full-time residential care.

5.    How Do I Choose the Right Aged Care Provider?

Selecting an aged care provider is a significant decision. Research is crucial to ensure that the chosen provider meets your needs and preferences. Consider factors such as location, facilities, staff qualifications, and the range of services offered. My Aged Care provides a comprehensive directory of service providers, which can help you compare options and make an informed choice.

6.    Where do I get more information?

1. My Aged Care is the first point of contact for all your information needs. You can visit the website myagedcare.gov.au or call 1800 200 422

2. Come along to STAR’s Care Conversations. Whether you're just starting or advancing your aged care journey, STAR Care Conversations offer a friendly environment to explore how to start, navigate, or progress your aged care plans.  Invite your loved ones and join us for a chat over light morning tea.