STEP ONE

ACAT Assessment

Peace of mind

The Government’s Aged Care Assessment determines suitability for government-subsidised residential aged care homes. This assessment is conducted by ACAT teams.

You can ask your GP to help you arrange an assessment, or you may book one via telephone on 1800 200 422 or online at www.myagedcare.gov.au.

Assessments may take several weeks to be finalised, so we encourage you to allow enough time to organise this. An ACAT assessment with care approval is required for entry into Fairway Bayside Aged Care’s permanent residential care.

STEP TWO

Income and assets

assessment

The government requires a contribution be made towards care provided from those who can afford to do so, and will provide a subsidy for eligible residents applying for financially supported permanent residential care. What you will be asked to pay will depend on your own financial situation.

Prospective residents are encouraged to complete and submit Residential Aged Care – Calculation of your cost of care form (SA457) to assess for their applicable Means Tested Care Fee or their eligibility for a Government subsidy of fees. The completion of this form is not mandatory, however, if you choose not to do so you will not be eligible for Australian Government assistance towards your accommodation costs, and will be charged the maximum Means Tested Care Fee until you reach your annual or lifetime cap. Further information regarding this can be accessed at www.myagedcare.gov.au.

STEP THREE

Application Forms

Submitting your application is easy.

Application forms are available directly from Fairway Bayside Aged Care Reception. Email reception@fairwayagedcare.org.au or call (03) 9599 4199.