This guide covers a range of topics that you should consider when discussing aged care plans with your clients, including eligibility for government subsidised aged care, home care packages, the aged care means test and more. Key costs and caps are covered, and a thorough case study demonstrates how to calculate the means tested care fee in several different scenarios.
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Increase to Commonwealth Seniors Health Card income threshold
The maximum income thresholds for the Commonwealth Seniors Heath Card significantly increased from 4 November 2022 allowing more older Australians to qualify.
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Super, tax and other rates and limits 2023/24
The latest key super, tax and social security rates, rules and thresholds for 2023/24.
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Residential aged care fees and charges
There are various fees aged care homes charge residents, including a basic daily care fee, accommodation cost, health care fee and an extra service fee.
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