Entry into Residential Care
We understand that entry into residential care is a substantial decision for all involved. From our experience, a large number of people enter residential care following a significant medical event such as an illness that requires hospitalisation. This often leaves people making decisions on an urgent needs basis, so it is important that prospective residents ensure that they are fully prepared when an appropriate place becomes available.
To be placed on our waiting list, all prospective residents need to provide copies of the following documents:
To be placed on our waiting list, all prospective residents need to provide copies of the following documents:
- The Aged Care Client Record (an assessment document completed by the Aged Care Assessment Team or “ACAT”).
- A signed application form.
- An assets assessment by either Centrelink or the Department of Veterans' Affairs, or a signed letter advising us that you have chosen not to have an assets assessment completed.
The Commonwealth Government provides a useful brochure available at: 5 Steps to Entry into Aged Care
Two key pieces of information helpful in choosing an aged care facility are quality and cost. From a quality point of view, Italian Aged Care is renowned for providing a high level of care and therapy through our team of committed staff. We can be distinguished from other providers by our culturally authentic food prepared on-site, access to the chapel within our grounds and the active presence of nuns who reside in our convent.