A pensioner struggling to cover her mother's aged-care fees asks whether a reverse mortgage could help. Paul explains why a government-backed alternative may be the better option.
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A forgotten bill or a convincing scam call can be the first clue that an ageing parent is struggling. This National Carer's Week, learn the signs that may indicate a loved one needs more support.
Australians are roasting the Reserve Bank on Facebook after posts defending rate hikes struck a nerve with struggling mortgage-holders.
New Support at Home reforms aim to simplify aged care, but early friction and co-payments are pushing more families toward private care for flexibility and speed.
New regulations, which put more onus on some aged-care residents to contribute more towards their care, have come into effect.
Self-funded retirees will pay between $20,000 and $50,000 more for aged care each year when key changes come into effect from November 1.
The government is delaying the implementation of the new Aged Care Act until November 1 following widespread concerns that stakeholders weren't given enough time to prepare.
Once you notice your elderly parents can't cope without extra home help, it's time to start the aged care assessment ball rolling.
There is often a moment during Christmas gatherings when you realise elderly loved ones need more support. Here's how to start the conversation about aged care.
Two unmistakable trends in Australia - people retiring earlier but living longer - are creating funding headaches for hundreds of thousands of Australians.
