A practical guide to understanding aged care, exploring your options and accessing the support that's right for you.
Navigating aged care can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re trying to understand what support is available and where to begin.
This collection of practical resources has been developed by Council on the Ageing Queensland to help older Queenslanders, families and carers better understand the aged care system, make informed decisions and access the support that’s right for them.
Whether you’re planning ahead or looking for support now, these guides provide clear, easy-to-understand information every step of the way.
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Related Factsheets
Explore these short guides for more detailed information on key parts of the aged care journey.
Understanding costs and contributions
Learn about aged care costs, government funding and the contributions you may be asked to make.
Understanding the assessment process
Understand what happens during an aged care assessment and how it helps determine the support you may be eligible for.
Choosing a service provider
Practical tips to help you compare providers, ask the right questions and choose services that best meet your needs.
Your rights and speaking up
Learn about your rights when accessing aged care, how to speak up and what to do if something doesn’t feel right.
Need help navigating aged care?
Our Aged Care Navigation service provides free support for older people living in the Cairns region to help them understand aged care, explore their options and connect with the right services.