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Articles by Bina Brown

Bina Brown is director of aged care solutions company, Third Age Matters.

Premium Shift changes threaten home care help

Shift changes threaten home care help

June 16, 2022

Changes to minimum shifts for home care workers could make it more difficult for elderly clients to make their funding packages cover the care they need.

PremiumHow do I arrange a Home Care Package?

How do I arrange a Home Care Package?

May 5, 2022

Government-supported packages to allow elderly Australians to remain living at home are in high demand, but what you get is not always what you want.

PremiumAged Care Royal Commission report card

Aged Care Royal Commission report card

April 14, 2022

The pandemic highlighted massive flaws in Australia’s aged care sector outlined in the recent Royal Commission, but change is underway.

PremiumWhy aged care deserves to be part of your retirement plan

Why aged care deserves to be part of your retirement plan

January 31, 2022

Funding aged care can be complex and confusing, but that’s no excuse not to plan for it.

PremiumNeed care at home? We look at the costs

Need care at home? We look at the costs

January 31, 2022

Most of us would like to remain in our own home for as long as possible as we age, but paid support may be necessary.

PremiumUsing the Home Equity Access Scheme to fund aged care

Using the Home Equity Access Scheme to fund aged care

June 11, 2021

Proposed changes to the Pension Loans Scheme (now known as the Home Equity Access Scheme) could help more elderly Australians stay in their own home for longer.

PremiumAged care: Guide to self-managing home care

Aged care: Guide to self-managing home care

March 31, 2021

Most retirees hope to stay in their own home for as long as possible. Government support is available but waiting lists are long for higher level care. For some, self-managing home care can significantly cut costs.

PremiumThe cost of residential aged care

The cost of residential aged care

March 26, 2021

The decision to move into aged care is often made at the last moment, when the task of working out where to go and what it will cost can be overwhelming. Our definitive guide will walk you through your options and what they cost.

PremiumGranny flats: How to ensure everyone’s rights are protected

Granny flats: How to ensure everyone’s rights are protected

January 16, 2021

New rules have clarified the tax, Age Pension and other implications of granny flats, but putting a formal agreement in place is vital.

PremiumAdvance care plans: Why everyone should have one

Advance care plans: Why everyone should have one

April 2, 2020

Old age isn’t the only time you may need to rely on someone you trust to make decisions concerning your medical treatment. As highlighted by the rapid onset of COVID-19, people of any age can become critically unwell. Ensure your decisions are adhered to with an advance care directive.

PremiumHow does residential aged care work?

How does residential aged care work?

February 13, 2020

Bina Brown explains how residential aged care works, what are the typical wait times and costs, and what you should consider when choosing a residential aged care facility.

PremiumAged care: How do home care packages work?

Aged care: How do home care packages work?

February 13, 2020

Bina Brown explains how aged care home care packages work and how they are assessed.

Introduction to aged care

Introduction to aged care

February 13, 2020

In this video interview Bina Brown, Director of Third Age Matters, gives an introduction into aged care, including common mistakes people make, ways to educate yourself about aged care and other tips for those first thinking about aged care.

PremiumIntroducing My Aged Care

Introducing My Aged Care

November 14, 2019

If you or a loved one are entering the aged care system, My Aged Care may be your first port of call. Find out what you need to do and what services are available at home or within an aged care facility.

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