Ask an Expert: Accessing Aged Care Support Online Session

A FREE online session for carers by Carers Victoria in partnership with the Australian Department of Health and Aged Care.

An introduction to the aged care system, services and supports

About this event

Guest speakers, Anthony Jones and Paula Adam from the Australian Department of Health and Aged Care, will provide an overview of services and supports available for older people, including the My Aged Care system. 

Topics will include: 

  • My Aged Care – what it is, eligibility, how to apply, what to expect, wait times 
  • The carer’s role within the My Aged Care system
  • Home care services and access 
  • Respite services. 

You will have the option to submit a question at the time of registration. The guest speakers will also respond to as many live questions as possible during the session.

Who can attend

This session is open to all carers of older people requiring support.

Please note

Due to the private/sensitive nature of individual situations, the guest speaker cannot answer questions about specific cases in this forum. 

Ask an Expert: Accessing Aged Care Support Online Session

when

Thursday 31 Oct 2024

10.00am - 11.00am

where

Online via Zoom. Link will be provided on registration.

contact

Carers Victoria

Events Team

1800 514 845