Australia’s aged care system is changing under the new Aged Care Act, which replaced Home Care Packages with the Support at Home program.
While the NDIS remains separate from aged care, there are important interactions between the two systems.
You may be affected by changes to aged care if you:
- Are approaching 65 years of age
- Support a family member navigating both disability and ageing
- Are transitioning between funding systems.
You can only receive funding through one system, not both. People already receiving NDIS support before turning 65 may continue with the NDIS, rather than moving into the aged care system.
If you are unsure how the changes to aged care may affect you, our team can help you understand your options clearly.