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UNDERSTANDING AGED CARE
Questions that constantly Where to find the answers
arise included:
A professional financial planner
• What is the most suitable type of aged specialising in the area of aged care will
care for me? have the facts about Australia’s aged
care system, including:
• How does the financial side work and
will I be able to afford it? • Government prescribed guidelines and
regulations
• Will I have to sell my home?
• Types of accommodation and services
• What about my other investments? • Assessment and fees
• What should I do first? Your financial planner will work with
you and your family as well as your
• Will my Centrelink entitlement be doctor, lawyer and accountant if
affected? necessary, to ensure that everything
is covered.
• Where should I go to get information
and advice?
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