20,000 home care packages announced, but delays still a concern

20,000 home care packages announced, but delays still a concern

The Federal Government will release 20,000 new home care packages in a move welcomed by the Older Persons Advocacy Network (OPAN), though advocates warn that many older Australians are still waiting too long for support. Minister for Health and Ageing Mark Butler confirmed the immediate rollout of the additional packages, designed to reduce the backlog of people waiting for in-home care. More than 87,000 people are currently in the queue, with s…

Help arrives after advocacy for home care packages

Some respite for older Australians is incoming as the Australian Government works towards a new Support at Home program for older Australians, with 20,000 home care packages released to relieve delays in providing appropriate care to those who need it. The decision was made in… Read more The post Help arrives after advocacy for home care packages appeared first on Star Mail Community.