Statement of Rights

The new Statement of Rights

 The Aged Care Act 2024, which starts from 1 November 2025, includes a Statement of Rights.

This explains the rights you have when accessing aged care services funded by the Australian Government, which includes:

  • Independence, autonomy, empowerment and freedom of choice
  • Equitable access
  • Quality and safe funded aged care services
  • Respect for privacy and information
  • Person-centred communication and ability to raise issues without reprisal
  • Advocates, significant persons and social connections

 

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