by Hayden Searles | Jul 7, 2025 | Aged Care
Why maintaining your Will is essential when entering aged care Entering aged care marks a significant life transition. One that brings a mix of practical, emotional, and financial considerations. Amid the focus on accommodation choices, health care needs, and managing...
by Hayden Searles | May 9, 2025 | Aged Care
Understanding jointly owned property and aged care fees How does a jointly owned property affect aged care fees? Julie contacted us because her mother needed to enter residential aged care. They jointly own a property and recently found out there’s no exemption...
by Hayden Searles | Apr 7, 2025 | Aged Care
What happens if you can’t afford aged care? When considering aged care for yourself or a loved one, one of the biggest questions is: Can I afford it? The first step in answering this is understanding the various aged care fees and costs, particularly...
by Hayden Searles | Mar 19, 2025 | Aged Care
Staggered entry when moving to aged care Moving into aged care can be both an emotional and costly experience. When a couple requires care at the same time, many prefer to move in together on the same day to avoid separation and to support each other. While this makes...
by Hayden Searles | Feb 13, 2025 | Aged Care
Aged care fee reforms – don’t leave it too late Most people with assets will pay more for aged care if they enter the system after 1 July 2025. Back in October, we shared information about the aged care fee reforms aimed at enhancing the quality and...
by Hayden Searles | Nov 11, 2024 | Aged Care
Understanding asset assessments when moving to care A common question from families transitioning a loved one into aged care centres on asset declaration, particularly about the family home and jointly held assets. Families often feel uncertain about what must be...
