From 1 November2025, the way residential aged care is delivered across Australia is changing. These reforms aim to ensure older Australians living in aged care homes receive care that is high quality, respectful, and focused on individual needs.
At BlueCare, we welcome these changes and are here to help you understand what’s new, what’s improving, and what it means for you or your loved ones.
The residential aged care reforms are part of the Australian Government’s broader commitment to safer, fairer, and more transparent aged care. Key changes include:
If you or a loved one is living in a BlueCare residential aged care home, you can expect a care experience that’s safer, more personalised, and focused on what matters most to you.
While there are important improvements coming, many things will stay the same:
Many of the improvements are already part of the way BlueCare delivers care—these changes simply strengthen our ability to provide the best possible support. You’ll start to see:
We understand that with any big changes, it’s natural to have questions - especially as the final details are confirmed and the changes draw near.
Our focus is on making the transition as smooth and stress-free as possible, so you can continue to live life your way.
Here’s how we’re supporting you:
$58.00 per day and $260,000 lump sum combination (based on 50/50 contribution).
Located within BlueCare Toowoomba Aged Care Facility, this room is 18.00 m2 and is of high quality and is in excellent condition.
*Excludes Signature Services package
$58.00 per day and $260,000 lump sum combination (based on 50/50 contribution).
Located within BlueCare Toowoomba Aged Care Facility, this room is 18.00 m2 and is of high quality and is in excellent condition.
*Excludes Signature Services package
$66.00 per day and $297,500 lump sum combination (based on 50/50 contribution).
Located within BlueCare Toowoomba Aged Care Facility, this room is 18.00 m2 and is of deluxe quality and is in excellent condition.
*Excludes Signature Services package
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