New Aged Care Act consultation now open

A new Act is being introduced in response to a recommendation by the Royal Commission into Aged Care Quality and Safety.

The new Act will put the rights and needs of older people at the centre of aged care. It will change how aged care services are delivered to older people in their homes, community settings and residential care homes.

We welcome feedback on the draft law from everyone with an interest in aged care, including:

• older people, their families and carers
• aged care providers
• aged care workers
• advocates and representatives
• researchers
• experts.

To get involved in the consultation, read the:

• draft law
• full consultation paper
• plain English consultation paper summary.

You can then give us your feedback by:

• attending a workshop
• completing the online survey
• sending us an email.

Public consultation closes on Friday 16 February 2024.