(These are two extremely well-written and comprehensive guide to the aged-care system in Australia. They are packed with invaluable advice, and are a great starting point because they provide an overview of the entire system).
(Dealing with the emotional side of putting a loved one into aged care is extremely important. Rita Merienne shares her own experiences and advice on how to ease the journey. Well worth a read. $20 through bina@thirdagematters.com.au)
http://www.myagedcare.gov.au/eligibility-and-assessment/acat-assessments
http://www.health.gov.au/internet/main/publishing.nsf/Content/ageing-aged-care-information.htm
http://www.health.gov.au/internet/main/publishing.nsf/Content/ageing-age-page-canberra.htm
http://www.humanservices.gov.au/customer/services/aged-care-means-test-assessments
https://agedcarecomplaints.govspace.gov.au/
http://www.fightdementia.org.au
http://www.blackdoginstitute.org.au/public/depression/inover65s.cfm
http://www.canberrablindsociety.com.au
http://www.carersaustralia.com.au
http://www.culturaldiversity.com.au
http://www.cota.org.au/australia/
http://www.agedcareguide.com.au
http://www.laterlifeadvice.com.au
http://www.mesotheliomaprognosis.com/
http://www.palliativecare.org.au/
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