One of the most significant differences between villages and aged care is the level of care.

What you need to know about the exit-fee sting coming to aged care

While retirement villages and aged care can provide you with accommodation and care,that’s where the similarities often end.

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Services to support independence and everyday living such as help with showering,dressing,meal preparation and home maintenance are all priced around $100 per hour.

$15 per food delivery? These new aged care prices are outrageous

The government has released new indicative prices of home care offerings,and they’ve got me wondering how much care and support will people actually receive.

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Home care has overtaken the number of traditional aged care beds.

The five major changes coming to aged care this year

Since 2014,aged care in Australia has undergone a radical transformation,and there’s more to come on July 1.

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Build-to-rent policies are gathering steam.

Inconsistent and outdated:We must revamp rent assistance,not just raise it

Policymakers must consider broader reform to ensure that all retirees – regardless of their housing choice – have access to the support they need.

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Respite care can provide an option for family members to take a break while their loved one receives care. But what about if you want to travel together?

How to holiday with a loved one who needs care

Respite care can provide an option for family members to take a break,but what about if you want to travel together?

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A land lease community at Buderim in Queensland.

This new retirement option could bring country living to the inner city

Land lease communities have become an increasingly popular option for retirees over the last 20 years,and now they’re getting even better.

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Financial planning for aged care can be complex.

Most of us are anxious about aged care. Here’s how to change that

Unsurprisingly,the majority of Australians feel unprepared and concerned about aged care and the possible financial strains.

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Early inheritances are well and good,but make sure you don’t regret gifting away money you might have actually needed.

Thinking of gifting the grandkids some money? Check this first

While the intention of gifting is often to help family members,you need to make sure that you don’t rob Peter to pay Paul.

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Incoming changes to the aged care system could see prices significantly increase.

How you could save $200,000 on aged care this year

Moving into aged care before January 1 could be an immense financial coup,if you can manage it.

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Serviced apartments can be cheaper upfront,but may cost you more down the line.

A cheaper retirement option? What to know about serviced apartments

Serviced apartments can be cheaper upfront,but they may cost you more down the line.

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