There’s no right timing when talking about aged care services. In fact, discussing it early with a local aged care support service can help you better prepare – whether for yourself or for your loved ones. To give you an idea of the possible help you can get, here’s a list of offerings an aged care service can provide.

For residential care or aged care services at home:

personal care like help getting dressed and toileting
transportation services
installation of accessibility facilities to your home, such as hand rails or ramps
nursing, physiotherapy and other medical care
cooking and preparing meals
household jobs like cleaning or gardening
assistance on social activities

For short term aged care services and help:

assistance for when you have a setback and seek to get independent again
recovery assistance in case of illness or accident
assistance when a carer needs a break.

For cases that need continuous 24-hour care, an option for aged care nursing homes or other residential aged care facilities are also available. Residential care homes are equipped with the right facilities and monitored by medical professionals offering a secured and supported environment.

For a better understanding of the services and eligibility requirements, you can connect to an aged care home near you. Browse our listing and don’t hesitate to clarify any of your doubts.