- My Aged Care
  The main entry point for aged care information, assessments, and services.
  www.myagedcare.gov.au
  Phone: 1800 200 422
- Support at Home Program
  Information about the new in-home aged care system starting in 2025.
  www.health.gov.au/support-at-home
- Department of Health and Aged Care
  Updates on aged care reforms, policies, and the new Aged Care Act.
  www.health.gov.au/our-work/aged-care-act
- Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission
  For complaints, quality standards, and consumer rights.
  www.agedcarequality.gov.au
- Services Australia - Aged Care Specialist Officers
  Free face-to-face or video appointments for personalised aged care guidance.
  Visit website
  Phone: 1800 227 475
- Care Finder Program
  Helps vulnerable older people who need intensive support to access aged care.
  www.myagedcare.gov.au/help-care-finder
- Support at Home
  Support at Home service list FAQs
- Dementia Australia
  Information, education, and support for people living with dementia and their carers.
  www.dementia.org.au
  Helpline: 1800 100 500
- Parkinson’s Australia
  Support, education, and advocacy for people living with Parkinson’s disease.
  www.parkinsons.org.au
- Stroke Foundation
  Resources and recovery support for stroke survivors and their families.
  www.strokefoundation.org.au
- Cancer Council Australia
  Information and support for people affected by cancer.
  www.cancer.org.au
  Helpline: 13 11 20
- Elder Care Support Program
  Helps Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Elders access culturally safe aged care.
  www.health.gov.au/our-work/elder-care-support
- National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Ageing and Aged Care Council (NATSIACC)
  Advocates for culturally appropriate aged care.
  www.natsiacc.org.au
- Older Persons Advocacy Network (OPAN)
  Free, independent advocacy for aged care consumers.
  www.opan.org.au
  Advocacy Line: 1800 700 600
- Council of Elders
  Provides advice to government on aged care reforms and older people’s rights.
  Facebook Page
- National Seniors Australia
  Advocacy, research, and community connection for older Australians.
  www.nationalseniors.com.au
- Services Australia – Financial Hardship Assistance
  Apply for help if you can’t afford aged care costs.
  Visit Website
- My Aged Care - Financial Support and Advice
  Guidance on planning and paying for aged care.
  Visit Website
- EngAged Newsletter
  Monthly updates on aged care and ageing well.
  Subscribe
- Positive Ageing – Ageing Well
  Government initiatives to support healthy and active ageing.
  Visit Website
- Find a Provider Tool
  Compare aged care providers in your area.
  www.myagedcare.gov.au/find-a-provider

Helpful Resources

Helpful resources and informative links for older Australians, their families, and carers seeking support to live independently at home. These include official government programs, aged care services, and organisations that provide condition-specific or general support for seniors.