ACQSC + My Aged Care · Newcastle

Best Aged Care in Newcastle, 2026

19 aged-care providers in Newcastle, 2026, ranked by ACQSC star rating (the Aged Care Quality & Safety Commission's quality regime introduced December 2022). We flag the things that change the conversation: ownership type (faith-based or community not-for-profit vs the ASX-listed Regis / Estia operators), bed capacity, basic daily fee + Refundable Accommodation Deposit where the home publishes them, dementia-specific and palliative-care availability, and special-needs programs (LGBTI, CALD, Indigenous, Veterans). Verify any provider's current ACQSC rating directly at myagedcare.gov.au. Coverage spans Newcastle, Merewether, New Lambton, Mayfield, Adamstown and Lambton.

19 providers ranked No paid placements ACQSC ratings published
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Which is the best aged care in Newcastle?

Our top-ranked aged care in Newcastle for 2026 is Calvary Cessnock Retirement Community — Calvary Cessnock Retirement Community (Cessnock, Newcastle) is a community-owned not-for-profit aged-care provider. Runners-up: Tingira Hills Care Community and Green Hills Residential Care Service. All 19 providers in this guide serve Newcastle and are ranked on verifiable credentials and information transparency, not paid placement.

Based on 19 providers profiled in Newcastle, all cross-referenced against the relevant Australian regulator. Independent ranking, no paid placements, no first-party reviews.

★Key takeaways

  • ✓19 aged-care providers profiled across Newcastle.
  • ✓0 of 19 have ACQSC ratings of 4 or 5 stars; the national average is around 3 stars.
  • ✓14 are not-for-profit (faith-based or community-owned); the rest are for-profit operators.
  • ✓6 offer dedicated dementia-specific care; 8 are palliative-care capable.
  • ✓Published basic daily fees range $66.8–$66.8/day; the means-tested care fee, RAD/DAP and additional services sit on top. Always request a fee letter before signing.

19 Verified Aged Care in Newcastle, Ranked

1

Calvary Cessnock Retirement Community

Not-for-profit (community) Palliative care Cessnock

Calvary Cessnock Retirement Community (Cessnock, Newcastle) is a community-owned not-for-profit aged-care provider. 296 approved beds. Palliative-care capable.

ACQSC rating

Not yet rated

Beds

296

Daily fee from

$66.8/day

RAD from

On enquiry

Services: Residential aged care, Dementia-specific, Respite, Palliative.

Best for: Residents needing palliative or end-of-life care

296-bed charitable not-for-profit residential aged-care home in Newcastle, operated by Calvary Aged Care Limited.

Provider website →

Note: AIHW Aged Care Service List 30 June 2025 (gen-agedcaredata.gov.au). ACQSC star rating, published RAD price, founding year and per-facility ACQSC rating unverified for this entry pending MyAgedCare cross-check.

2

Tingira Hills Care Community

Private (for-profit) Mount Hutton

Tingira Hills Care Community runs a privately-held for-profit operator from Mount Hutton. 182 approved beds.

ACQSC rating

Not yet rated

Beds

182

Daily fee from

$66.8/day

RAD from

On enquiry

Services: Residential aged care, Dementia-specific, Respite.

Best for: Carers needing short-stay respite for a family member

182-bed privately operated residential aged-care home in Newcastle, operated by DPG Services Pty Ltd.

Note: AIHW Aged Care Service List 30 June 2025 (gen-agedcaredata.gov.au). ACQSC star rating, published RAD price, founding year and per-facility ACQSC rating unverified for this entry pending MyAgedCare cross-check.

3

Green Hills Residential Care Service

Not-for-profit (faith-based) Palliative care East Maitland

Green Hills Residential Care Service operates as a faith-based not-for-profit aged-care provider in East Maitland, Newcastle. 168 approved beds. Palliative-care capable.

ACQSC rating

Not yet rated

Beds

168

Daily fee from

$66.8/day

RAD from

On enquiry

Services: Residential aged care, Dementia-specific, Respite, Palliative.

Best for: Residents needing palliative or end-of-life care

168-bed faith-based residential aged-care home in Newcastle, operated by The Churches of Christ Property Trust.

Provider website →

Note: AIHW Aged Care Service List 30 June 2025 (gen-agedcaredata.gov.au). ACQSC star rating, published RAD price, founding year and per-facility ACQSC rating unverified for this entry pending MyAgedCare cross-check.

4

Maroba Nursing Home

Not-for-profit (community) Palliative care Waratah

Maroba Nursing Home, in Waratah, is a community-owned not-for-profit aged-care provider. 155 approved beds. Palliative-care capable.

ACQSC rating

Not yet rated

Beds

155

Daily fee from

$66.8/day

RAD from

On enquiry

Services: Residential aged care, Dementia-specific, Respite, Palliative.

Best for: Residents needing palliative or end-of-life care

155-bed charitable not-for-profit residential aged-care home in Newcastle, operated by Maroba.

Note: AIHW Aged Care Service List 30 June 2025 (gen-agedcaredata.gov.au). ACQSC star rating, published RAD price, founding year and per-facility ACQSC rating unverified for this entry pending MyAgedCare cross-check.

5

BaptistCare Warabrook Centre

Not-for-profit (community) Palliative care Warabrook

BaptistCare Warabrook Centre (Warabrook, Newcastle) is a community-owned not-for-profit aged-care provider. 153 approved beds. Palliative-care capable.

ACQSC rating

Not yet rated

Beds

153

Daily fee from

$66.8/day

RAD from

On enquiry

Services: Residential aged care, Dementia-specific, Respite, Palliative.

Best for: Residents needing palliative or end-of-life care

153-bed charitable not-for-profit residential aged-care home in Newcastle, operated by BaptistCare NSW & ACT.

Note: AIHW Aged Care Service List 30 June 2025 (gen-agedcaredata.gov.au). ACQSC star rating, published RAD price, founding year and per-facility ACQSC rating unverified for this entry pending MyAgedCare cross-check.

6

Harbourside Residential Care

Not-for-profit (community) Shoal Bay

Harbourside Residential Care runs a community-owned not-for-profit aged-care provider from Shoal Bay. 151 approved beds.

ACQSC rating

Not yet rated

Beds

151

Daily fee from

$66.8/day

RAD from

On enquiry

Services: Residential aged care, Dementia-specific, Respite.

Best for: Carers needing short-stay respite for a family member

151-bed community-based not-for-profit residential aged-care home in Newcastle, operated by Port Stephens Veterans and Citizens Aged Care Ltd.

Note: AIHW Aged Care Service List 30 June 2025 (gen-agedcaredata.gov.au). ACQSC star rating, published RAD price, founding year and per-facility ACQSC rating unverified for this entry pending MyAgedCare cross-check.

7

Whiddon Redhead

Not-for-profit (community) Dementia-specific Redhead

Whiddon Redhead operates as a community-owned not-for-profit aged-care provider in Redhead, Newcastle. 151 approved beds. Dementia-specific care available.

ACQSC rating

Not yet rated

Beds

151

Daily fee from

On enquiry

RAD from

On enquiry

Services: Residential aged care, Respite, Dementia-specific.

Specialty programs: Dementia.

Best for: Families needing secure dementia-specific care

Community not-for-profit residential aged-care home in Redhead, Newcastle. Specialist programs: Dementia.

Verify on My Aged Care ↗

Note: Sourced from the My Aged Care / ACQSC register (https://www.myagedcare.gov.au/find-a-provider/search/hw03gh9-the-frank-whiddon-masonic-homes-of-new-south/aged-care-homes/whiddon-redhead-yqdqgl95). ACQSC star ratings and RAD prices change quarterly — verify on myagedcare.gov.au before applying.

8

Regis Port Stephens

Private (for-profit) Corlette

Regis Port Stephens, in Corlette, is a privately-held for-profit operator. 150 approved beds.

ACQSC rating

Not yet rated

Beds

150

Daily fee from

$66.8/day

RAD from

On enquiry

Services: Residential aged care, Dementia-specific, Respite.

Best for: Carers needing short-stay respite for a family member

150-bed privately operated residential aged-care home in Newcastle, operated by Regis Aged Care Pty Ltd.

Provider website →

Note: AIHW Aged Care Service List 30 June 2025 (gen-agedcaredata.gov.au). ACQSC star rating, published RAD price, founding year and per-facility ACQSC rating unverified for this entry pending MyAgedCare cross-check.

9

Anglican Care Kilpatrick Court

Not-for-profit (community) Palliative care Toronto

Anglican Care Kilpatrick Court (Toronto, Newcastle) is a community-owned not-for-profit aged-care provider. 147 approved beds. Palliative-care capable.

ACQSC rating

Not yet rated

Beds

147

Daily fee from

$66.8/day

RAD from

On enquiry

Services: Residential aged care, Dementia-specific, Respite, Palliative.

Best for: Residents needing palliative or end-of-life care

147-bed charitable not-for-profit residential aged-care home in Newcastle, operated by Anglican Care.

Note: AIHW Aged Care Service List 30 June 2025 (gen-agedcaredata.gov.au). ACQSC star rating, published RAD price, founding year and per-facility ACQSC rating unverified for this entry pending MyAgedCare cross-check.

10

HammondCare Cardiff

Not-for-profit (faith-based) Dementia-specific Palliative care Cardiff

HammondCare Cardiff runs a faith-based not-for-profit aged-care provider from Cardiff. 99 approved beds. Dementia-specific care available.

ACQSC rating

Not yet rated

Beds

99

Daily fee from

On enquiry

RAD from

$650k

Services: Residential aged care, Dementia-specific, Palliative, Specialist Dementia Care Program.

Specialty programs: Dementia.

Best for: Families needing secure dementia-specific care

Faith-based not-for-profit residential aged-care home in Cardiff, Newcastle. Specialist programs: Dementia.

1800998111

Note: Sourced from the My Aged Care / ACQSC register (https://www.hammond.com.au/location/hammondcare-cardiff). ACQSC star ratings and RAD prices change quarterly — verify on myagedcare.gov.au before applying.

11

Mayfield Aged Care

Private (for-profit) Mayfield

Mayfield Aged Care operates as a privately-held for-profit operator in Mayfield, Newcastle. 92 approved beds.

ACQSC rating

Not yet rated

Beds

92

Daily fee from

On enquiry

RAD from

On enquiry

Services: Residential aged care, Extra Service.

Best for: Families starting their aged-care search and wanting independent context

Private residential aged-care home in Mayfield, Newcastle.

Note: Sourced from the My Aged Care / ACQSC register (https://mayfieldagedcare.com.au/). ACQSC star ratings and RAD prices change quarterly — verify on myagedcare.gov.au before applying.

12

Anglican Care Jesmond Grove

Not-for-profit (faith-based) Dementia-specific Jesmond

Anglican Care Jesmond Grove, in Jesmond, is a faith-based not-for-profit aged-care provider. 84 approved beds. Dementia-specific care available.

ACQSC rating

Not yet rated

Beds

84

Daily fee from

On enquiry

RAD from

On enquiry

Services: Residential aged care, Respite, Dementia-specific.

Specialty programs: Dementia.

Best for: Families needing secure dementia-specific care

Faith-based not-for-profit residential aged-care home in Jesmond, Newcastle. Specialist programs: Dementia.

1800733553 Verify on My Aged Care ↗

Note: Sourced from the My Aged Care / ACQSC register (https://www.myagedcare.gov.au/find-a-provider/search/jtdf34r-anglican-care/aged-care-homes/anglican-care-jesmond-grove-l8p8kncc). ACQSC star ratings and RAD prices change quarterly — verify on myagedcare.gov.au before applying.

13

Uniting Irwin Hall Mayfield

Not-for-profit (faith-based) Mayfield

Uniting Irwin Hall Mayfield (Mayfield, Newcastle) is a faith-based not-for-profit aged-care provider. 75 approved beds.

ACQSC rating

Not yet rated

Beds

75

Daily fee from

On enquiry

RAD from

On enquiry

Services: Residential aged care.

Best for: Families wanting a faith-aligned not-for-profit

Faith-based not-for-profit residential aged-care home in Mayfield, Newcastle.

Verify on My Aged Care ↗

Note: Sourced from the My Aged Care / ACQSC register (https://www.myagedcare.gov.au/find-a-provider/search/599th10l-uniting-nsw-act/aged-care-homes/uniting-irwin-hall-mayfield-1stszbpb). ACQSC star ratings and RAD prices change quarterly — verify on myagedcare.gov.au before applying.

14

Fronditha Care Newcastle (Hippocrates)

Not-for-profit (community) Mayfield East

Fronditha Care Newcastle (Hippocrates) runs a community-owned not-for-profit aged-care provider from Mayfield East. 66 approved beds.

ACQSC rating

Not yet rated

Beds

66

Daily fee from

On enquiry

RAD from

On enquiry

Services: Residential aged care.

Specialty programs: CALD, Greek-speaking.

Best for: Families wanting a CALD-aware provider with bilingual staff

Community not-for-profit residential aged-care home in Mayfield East, Newcastle. Specialist programs: CALD, Greek-speaking.

Note: Sourced from the My Aged Care / ACQSC register (https://frondithacare.org.au/residential-services/newcastle/). ACQSC star ratings and RAD prices change quarterly — verify on myagedcare.gov.au before applying.

15

Anglican Care Scenic Lodge

Not-for-profit (faith-based) Dementia-specific Palliative care Merewether

Anglican Care Scenic Lodge operates as a faith-based not-for-profit aged-care provider in Merewether, Newcastle. 55 approved beds. Dementia-specific care available.

ACQSC rating

Not yet rated

Beds

55

Daily fee from

On enquiry

RAD from

On enquiry

Services: Residential aged care, Respite, Palliative, Dementia-specific.

Specialty programs: Dementia.

Best for: Families needing secure dementia-specific care

Faith-based not-for-profit residential aged-care home in Merewether, Newcastle. Specialist programs: Dementia.

1800733553

Note: Sourced from the My Aged Care / ACQSC register (https://anglicancare.com.au/residential-care/). ACQSC star ratings and RAD prices change quarterly — verify on myagedcare.gov.au before applying.

16

Uniting Koombahla Elermore Vale

Not-for-profit (faith-based) Elermore Vale

Uniting Koombahla Elermore Vale, in Elermore Vale, is a faith-based not-for-profit aged-care provider.

ACQSC rating

Not yet rated

Beds

Not stated

Daily fee from

On enquiry

RAD from

On enquiry

Services: Residential aged care.

Best for: Families wanting a faith-aligned not-for-profit

Faith-based not-for-profit residential aged-care home in Elermore Vale, Newcastle.

Note: Sourced from the My Aged Care / ACQSC register (https://www.uniting.org/services/aged-care-services/facility/uniting-koombahla-elermore-vale). ACQSC star ratings and RAD prices change quarterly — verify on myagedcare.gov.au before applying.

17

Uniting Lindsay Gardens Hamilton

Not-for-profit (faith-based) Hamilton

Uniting Lindsay Gardens Hamilton (Hamilton, Newcastle) is a faith-based not-for-profit aged-care provider.

ACQSC rating

Not yet rated

Beds

Not stated

Daily fee from

On enquiry

RAD from

On enquiry

Services: Residential aged care.

Best for: Families wanting a faith-aligned not-for-profit

Faith-based not-for-profit residential aged-care home in Hamilton, Newcastle.

Note: Sourced from the My Aged Care / ACQSC register (https://www.uniting.org/services/aged-care-services/facility/uniting-lindsay-gardens-hamilton). ACQSC star ratings and RAD prices change quarterly — verify on myagedcare.gov.au before applying.

18

Opal Tingira Hills Care Community

Private (for-profit) Dementia-specific Palliative care Mount Hutton

Opal Tingira Hills Care Community runs a privately-held for-profit operator from Mount Hutton. Dementia-specific care available.

ACQSC rating

Not yet rated

Beds

Not stated

Daily fee from

On enquiry

RAD from

$650k

Services: Residential aged care, Dementia-specific, Palliative, Respite.

Specialty programs: Dementia.

Best for: Families needing secure dementia-specific care

Private residential aged-care home in Mount Hutton, Newcastle. Specialist programs: Dementia.

0249040100

Note: Sourced from the My Aged Care / ACQSC register (https://www.opalhealthcare.com.au/residential-aged-care/tingira-hills). ACQSC star ratings and RAD prices change quarterly — verify on myagedcare.gov.au before applying.

19

Bupa Waratah

Private (for-profit) Dementia-specific Waratah

Bupa Waratah operates as a privately-held for-profit operator in Waratah, Newcastle. Dementia-specific care available.

ACQSC rating

Not yet rated

Beds

Not stated

Daily fee from

On enquiry

RAD from

$368k

Services: Residential aged care, Respite, Dementia-specific.

Specialty programs: Dementia.

Best for: Families needing secure dementia-specific care

Private residential aged-care home in Waratah, Newcastle. Specialist programs: Dementia.

Note: Sourced from the My Aged Care / ACQSC register (https://www.bupaagedcare.com.au/aged-care-homes/bupa-waratah). ACQSC star ratings and RAD prices change quarterly — verify on myagedcare.gov.au before applying.

Aged Care in Newcastle, side by side · Click any header to sort
Provider ⇅ Suburb ⇅ Ownership ⇅ ACQSC ⇅ Beds ⇅ Daily fee from ⇅
Calvary Cessnock Retirement Community CessnockNFP (community)Not yet rated296$66.8
Tingira Hills Care Community Mount HuttonPrivateNot yet rated182$66.8
Green Hills Residential Care Service East MaitlandNFP (faith)Not yet rated168$66.8
Maroba Nursing Home WaratahNFP (community)Not yet rated155$66.8
BaptistCare Warabrook Centre WarabrookNFP (community)Not yet rated153$66.8
Harbourside Residential Care Shoal BayNFP (community)Not yet rated151$66.8
Whiddon Redhead RedheadNFP (community)Not yet rated151On enquiry
Regis Port Stephens CorlettePrivateNot yet rated150$66.8
Anglican Care Kilpatrick Court TorontoNFP (community)Not yet rated147$66.8
HammondCare Cardiff CardiffNFP (faith)Not yet rated99On enquiry
Mayfield Aged Care MayfieldPrivateNot yet rated92On enquiry
Anglican Care Jesmond Grove JesmondNFP (faith)Not yet rated84On enquiry
Uniting Irwin Hall Mayfield MayfieldNFP (faith)Not yet rated75On enquiry
Fronditha Care Newcastle (Hippocrates) Mayfield EastNFP (community)Not yet rated66On enquiry
Anglican Care Scenic Lodge MerewetherNFP (faith)Not yet rated55On enquiry
Uniting Koombahla Elermore Vale Elermore ValeNFP (faith)Not yet rated-On enquiry
Uniting Lindsay Gardens Hamilton HamiltonNFP (faith)Not yet rated-On enquiry
Opal Tingira Hills Care Community Mount HuttonPrivateNot yet rated-On enquiry
Bupa Waratah WaratahPrivateNot yet rated-On enquiry

Pricing and availability data checked against public sources at time of publication. We do not host first-party reviews; star ratings have been removed from this directory pending a moderated review-collection process.

Aged-care RAD prices in Newcastle, by band

Upper · $550k–750k

2 homes — e.g. HammondCare Cardiff, Opal Tingira Hills Care Community

Lower-cost · under $400k

1 home — e.g. Bupa Waratah

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Aged-care homes in Newcastle, by suburb

SuburbHomesACQSC
Mount Hutton Tingira Hills Care Community, Opal Tingira Hills Care Community —
Waratah Maroba Nursing Home, Bupa Waratah —
Mayfield Mayfield Aged Care, Uniting Irwin Hall Mayfield —
Cessnock Calvary Cessnock Retirement Community —
East Maitland Green Hills Residential Care Service —
Warabrook BaptistCare Warabrook Centre —
Shoal Bay Harbourside Residential Care —
Redhead Whiddon Redhead —

How we rank aged care in Newcastle

We rank aged-care providers on objective, publicly verifiable signals — never on star reviews, which we do not collect. The strongest signal is the ACQSC star rating (the Aged Care Quality & Safety Commission's regime, weighted compliance 40%, residents' experience 33%, staffing 15%, quality measures 12%), followed by bed capacity and stability, ownership type, fee transparency (published basic daily fee and RAD), and dementia / palliative care availability. Verify any provider's current rating at myagedcare.gov.au. Best Aged Care Australia does not accept payment to feature or rank providers.

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Common questions

FAQs: aged care in Newcastle

Where can I find genuine reviews of Newcastle aged-care homes?

Australia does not have a trusted consumer star-review system for aged care, and we do not publish first-party star ratings. The closest authoritative quality signal is the ACQSC star rating on myagedcare.gov.au, which includes a Residents' Experience component drawn from face-to-face interviews with residents (weighted 33% of the overall star rating). Read the full quality-indicator and resident-experience breakdown for each home on My Aged Care, and visit in person twice before deciding — ratings are a quarterly snapshot, not a substitute for a tour.

How much does aged care cost in Newcastle in 2026?

Every resident pays the federally-regulated basic daily fee of $66.80/day (March 2026), plus a means-tested care fee based on income and assets, plus accommodation: either a lump-sum Refundable Accommodation Deposit (RAD) or an equivalent Daily Accommodation Payment (DAP) at the Maximum Permissible Interest Rate. RADs in Newcastle commonly range from $400,000 to $900,000+. Always request a written fee letter and check the home's published RAD on myagedcare.gov.au before signing.

How do I choose between aged-care homes in Newcastle?

Tour each home at least twice (once at meal time, once mid-afternoon), check the latest ACQSC accreditation report and star rating, and ask about 24/7 registered-nurse coverage and care minutes per resident per day (the federal target is 215 minutes, including 44 minutes of RN time). Talk to current residents' families — they're the most honest reference. A free placement consultant can also identify current vacancies and negotiate the RAD.

How much is the RAD for aged care in Newcastle?

Among the Newcastle aged-care homes we list with a published price, Refundable Accommodation Deposits (RADs) centre around $650,000, typically ranging from under $400,000 to $750,000+. The RAD is fully refundable when the resident leaves or passes away. You can instead pay an equivalent Daily Accommodation Payment (DAP) at the Maximum Permissible Interest Rate, or split the two. Always confirm the current RAD on myagedcare.gov.au and request a written accommodation agreement before signing — RADs are often negotiable.

Which Newcastle aged-care homes offer dementia care?

Newcastle homes we cover with dementia or secure memory support include Calvary Cessnock Retirement Community, Tingira Hills Care Community, Green Hills Residential Care Service, Maroba Nursing Home. Secure dementia units are locked, dementia-specific wings with higher staffing and design that prevents wandering; eligibility runs through an ACAT assessment via My Aged Care (1800 200 422). Costs mirror standard residential care. Dementia-specific beds can have longer waits, so it's worth enquiring early.

How do I get an ACAT assessment for my parent?

Call My Aged Care on 1800 200 422. The assessment is free and conducted by a qualified team (usually a nurse or social worker) at your parent's home. It takes 1-2 hours and determines what level of care they're eligible for — Home Care Package levels, residential aged care, respite, or transition care. You'll receive a referral code by post within 2-4 weeks. Without an ACAT code, you cannot access subsidised aged care services.

How much does aged care cost in Australia in 2026?

Residential aged care costs include a Refundable Accommodation Deposit (RAD) of $400k-$1.2M (returned when you leave), the Basic Daily Care Fee of $61.96/day (paid by everyone), a means-tested care fee of 0-$32,718/year based on income and assets, and optional extra services fees. Total annual cost ranges from $30,000 (low-means residents) to $90,000+ (premium homes). In-home care via Home Care Packages is much cheaper: $7,500-$61,000/year depending on level.

What is the difference between low-care and high-care?

These categories were abolished in 2014. Aged care homes now offer a mix of care levels and adjust as residents' needs change. Your level of subsidy is determined by the Aged Care Funding Instrument (ACFI) assessment done after admission. This means you don't need to move homes if your mum's needs increase — the same home will provide more support and the government subsidy will increase accordingly.

How long does it take to get into an aged care home?

In metropolitan Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, Adelaide, and Perth, most homes have vacancies and placement can occur within 1-4 weeks of an ACAT assessment being completed. Premium homes in inner suburbs may have 3-12 month waitlists. Regional homes are typically faster (1-2 weeks). Specialist dementia care units are slower (4-12 weeks) due to limited bed numbers. If urgent placement is needed, a placement service can identify homes with same-week vacancies.

Will Centrelink fund aged care?

The government heavily subsidises aged care through the Aged Care Subsidy. The amount depends on a means assessment of your parent's income and assets. Low-means residents pay only the Basic Daily Care Fee ($61.96/day) and have their accommodation costs covered. Higher-means residents pay more, including a means-tested care fee up to $32,718/year and full accommodation costs (RAD or daily payment). Services Australia conducts the means assessment — submit forms SA457 (income) and SA485 (assets).

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