by Julia McCarthy | Nov 9, 2026 | Articles
According to the recent Aged Care Demographics report published by the Department of Health, Disability and Ageing, 6,436 older people died in 2025–2026 waiting for Support at Home funding that they had already been assessed as needing. This represents a stark 34 per...
by Julia McCarthy | Oct 14, 2026 | Articles
Navigating aged care can feel like trying to complete a jigsaw puzzle without the picture on the box. Whether you’re planning ahead or facing a sudden change in circumstances, knowing where to turn makes all the difference. Many people don’t know where to start and...
by Julia McCarthy | Sep 11, 2026 | Articles
Following intense pressure, the Albanese Government has scrapped plans to merge the Commonwealth Home Support Program (CHSP) into the new Support at Home framework – a big win for older Australians and their families. CHSP will remain an independent, entry-level...
by Julia McCarthy | Aug 20, 2026 | Articles
Many individuals and families reach out to me when navigating the complex journey of finding a room in a residential aged care home. Depending on an individual’s financial situation and health needs, this process can move quickly or become a lengthy, challenging...
by Julia McCarthy | Jun 10, 2026 | Articles
Daily, I speak with primary carers supporting much-loved older people — husbands, wives, adult children, and friends. Many juggle paid work, their own health challenges, family life, and other commitments. Their tenacity to keep going in such trying circumstances is...
