Early release of home care packages

Ageing Australia welcomes release of home care packages

Ageing Australia welcomes the Albanese Government’s decision to immediately release 20,000 home care packages, after calls from Ageing Australia, older people, and providers, and the consistent support of senators from across the political spectrum.

“We congratulate the Government on heading our calls, with so many Australians waiting for care in their own homes,” said Ageing Australia CEO Tom Symondson. “We give our sincere thanks to Senator Anne Ruston and Senator David Pocock and all sides of politics for their dedication championing the needs of older Australians. Providers are ready to act immediately and deliver more packages across Australia. As we heard recently, 98 per cent of members tell us they have the capacity and are ready to go. This is the start of the long road to getting people off wait-lists and getting the care they need.”