Aged care, home care packages and respite across Australia
Trusted Aged Care Near You Across Australia
Compare residential aged care, home care packages, Support at Home services and respite with My Aged Care guidance, residential star ratings, and costs shown in AUD. Shortlist providers at your own pace.
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Prefer the official path? Start with the My Aged Care guide before you compare providers.
Sydney
Start with aged care homes, home support and respite across Sydney and nearby NSW suburbs.
Melbourne
Compare Melbourne providers without the hard sell, from inner suburbs to bayside and beyond.
Support at Home
See the current government-funded pathway for in-home services, budgets and provider pricing.
My Aged Care
Apply for an assessment first if you want government-funded aged care or an official provider shortlist.
Why families trust us
8,000+ providers across 35 countries, backed by official data
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Start with the kind of aged care your family needs
How It Works
Start with the care type and funding path
Work out whether you need residential aged care, respite, or home support and whether My Aged Care should be your first stop.
Check star ratings, location and costs
Compare residential star ratings, provider pricing, and practical details like suburb, waiting lists and services offered.
Shortlist without the hard sell
Reach out only when you are ready, with a calmer shortlist and clearer funding context.
What We Check Before You Shortlist
We cross-reference My Aged Care, residential star-rating guidance, Commission-linked compliance context and provider pricing so the Australian route feels like local aged care research, not a generic senior-care directory.
Residential Star Ratings Up Front
For aged care homes, we focus on the official 1-5 star system so families can compare quality before they start calling around.
Government Support Explained
We point families toward My Aged Care, Support at Home and legacy home care package pathways so subsidies are easier to understand.
Costs in Plain AUD
Room fees, provider prices and government contribution rules are easier to compare when local fees are surfaced in Australian dollars.
Aged Care Costs in Australia
Indicative fee references. Your actual contribution depends on means testing, assessed care level, and whether the provider has a government contract.
Residential Aged Care
Up to A$66.80/day basic fee
Government-set daily cap
Most residents pay the basic daily fee plus a possible means-tested care fee and accommodation contribution. Star ratings on My Aged Care help compare quality.
Support at Home
A$10,731-A$78,106/yr
Annual budget by classification
Government-funded budgets vary by assessed classification level. Published pricing lets families compare providers before committing.
Respite Care
Up to 63 days/year
Government-funded respite
Most carers can access up to 63 days of subsidised respite per year. Extra days may be available in special circumstances through My Aged Care.
What families searching near Columbus often mention
We wanted support that kept Nan close to the grandkids and still made room for family BBQs, not a rush into the first option we saw. seniorhelp.care helped us compare Melbourne providers, costs in AUD and the My Aged Care steps before we rang anyone.
Emma R. — granddaughter and family carer
Find Aged Care Near You
Start with Sydney and Melbourne, then compare providers across Australia's major cities and regional hubs.
Star ratings, subsidies and costs in AUD
Start with the official Australian pathway, then compare providers with the practical details families usually need on day one.
Official aged care links
- My Aged CareApply for an aged care assessmentThe first step for government-funded aged care, with online, phone and in-person options.
- My Aged CareFind a provider and compare star ratingsUse the official provider tool to compare services, shortlist providers and filter by residential star ratings.
- QualityHow residential star ratings are calculatedSee how overall ratings combine Residents' Experience, Compliance, Staffing and Quality Measures.
- Support at HomeSupport at Home costs and contributionsCurrent classifications, budgets, contribution rules and provider price publication requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I start with My Aged Care?
My Aged Care is the Australian Government's main entry point for government-funded aged care. You can apply online, call 1800 200 422, or book an in-person appointment through Services Australia if you want help getting started.
Do I need an assessment before government-funded aged care?
Usually yes. An aged care assessment is the first step for government-funded services such as residential aged care, Support at Home, respite and many home support options. My Aged Care will help work out the right assessment pathway for your situation.
How do star ratings work for residential aged care?
Aged care homes receive an overall 1-5 star rating, plus ratings for Residents' Experience, Compliance, Staffing and Quality Measures. More stars means stronger overall performance, and you can use the official provider search to filter by star rating.
What happened to Home Care Packages?
For new entrants, the Support at Home program replaced Home Care Packages on 1 November 2025. If someone was approved for a Home Care Package on or before 31 October 2025, they can still transition into an equivalent classification when funding becomes available.
Are You an Aged Care Provider?
Claim your service on seniorhelp.care so local families can find your care type, current contact details and service area without digging through multiple directories.