Aged care assistance
The Australian Government provides information on aged care through the My Aged Care website and national contact centre.
Find a service in your local area
Contact centre
Phone 1800 200 422 between 8.00 am and 8.00 pm on weekdays and between 10.00 am and 2.00 pm on Saturdays.
Staff can provide:
- prompt, reliable and confidential services
- clear information, which can be made available:
- in other languages if you speak another language
- in other formats if you have hearing difficulties or a vision impairment
- help to find government-funded aged care services
- prompt resolution of any complaint or concern you have with the service.
Equipment for use in the home
Leaving hospital
If you are in hospital and need equipment support to get home, speak with your doctor or nurse about your options.
Lifetime Support Scheme
The Lifetime Support Scheme provides treatment, care and support for people who have sustained very serious injuries in a motor vehicle accident, regardless of fault. For more information visit the Lifetime Support Authority website
Essential medical equipment concessions
You may be eligible for a subsidy to assist with costs of running essential medical equipment.
The concession finder will help you see what's available and if you are eligible.