Bill Savellis3 minWhen To Start The Aged Care Conversation?An effective plan for growing old will consider strategies to ensure the home environment and care supports are appropriate and how to fund
Bill Savellis2 minManaging Home Care FeesPlanning ahead can help to demystify aged care and reduce stress levels. With awareness and pre-planning, you can maintain control, choice,
Bill Savellis4 minSelecting Your Home Care ProviderAged care services are many and varied, and Home Care is an integral service offering.
Bill Savellis3 minResidential Fees for Age Care ExplainedWith increasing life expectancies and improvements in medical technology, we can all expect to have longer and more productive retirements.
Bill Savellis3 minMoving into care – do I have to sell my home? The stress of moving into residential aged care can be compounded by anxiety around selling the family home.
Bill Savellis3 min4 Tips for Choosing a Residential Aged Care ServiceMoving into residential care is a move to a new home. Even though this is not a home you are buying
Bill Savellis4 minUnderstanding Aged Care ChoicesYour living arrangements may need to change as you age. You may need a lower maintenance home, more help to stay in your home or care provid
Bill Savellis2 minWhy Use A Financial Planner for Aged Care Transition?Whatever your needs and choices, identifying your options and making the best decision for your circumstances can become overwhelming...
Bill Savellis2 minPower of Attorney & Aged Care decision-makingThe time may come when you need to make financial decisions on behalf of a parent as the Enduring Power of Attorney (EPoA). The person takin
Bill Savellis4 min 6 Steps to Planning Your Aged Care Needs Careful planning can help to demystify aged care and reduce stress levels when it comes to making the transition. With a plan, you can main
Bill Savellis3 minWhat is a Refundable Accommodation Deposit (RAD)?One option to pay for your accommodation is to pay the requested lump sum. This is called a Refundable Accommodation Deposit, or a RAD...
Bill Savellis2 minWill I still receive an Age Pension after moving into Aged Care?If you receive a payment from Centrelink or Veterans' Affairs, you need to update your records every time your circumstances change. This in
Bill Savellis2 minDoes the choice of Aged care service affect how much I will pay for care?How much you pay for accommodation will depend on the residential service that you choose. This is much the same as buying a house where you
Bill Savellis2 minWhat if I can't afford the accommodation payment?The amount you pay towards your accommodation will be based on your income and assets. The Government will also spend some of the cost.
Bill Savellis2 minHow much will I pay if I move into residential Aged Care?When you move into residential care, you will be asked to contribute towards the cost of your care. The Government also pays a large part of
Bill Savellis2 minWhat happens if I use up my savings and can no longer afford to pay for care?The amount you contribute towards your ongoing care is based on your income and assets. If your income or assets reduce, your fees may also
Bill Savellis2 minDo I have to sell my home when I move into Aged Care?Some residents may choose to sell their home to make these payments. Other residents may choose to keep their home so that other...
Bill Savellis3 minThe One-Page Financial PlanIf you’ve been putting off writing your financial plan, you’re not alone. Writing a financial plan can seem like a daunting task, and...