How to Access Aged Care
Practical guidance for Australia and the United States
Download care-planning tools
At a glance
Use these printable tools to prepare for care conversations and keep track of next steps. Download only what you need and keep completed copies private. The worksheets are general planning aids, not an assessment, treatment plan or legal document.
Plan your next steps
Family care planning pack
Five printable pages cover a care-home visit, moving into care, home-support needs, a care conversation and a family care budget. Print individual pages or the complete pack. The PDF is designed for writing on paper; it is not an online submission form.
Download the family care planning pack (PDF, 5 pages)
Assessment checklist
Use the existing assessment checklist to organise your examples, current supports and questions before an aged-care assessment.
Questions and useful links
Prefer to read online?
Browse all checklists · Use the templates · Look up care terms
Using the tools
- Add the date and adapt prompts to the person’s circumstances.
- Ask a professional to clarify clinical, legal or financial questions.
- Store completed copies securely and share only with the appropriate people.
- Review information when care needs or arrangements change.
Sources and review
Original tools from How to Access Aged Care. Prepared September 2026 for Australia and the United States.
About this guide
Australia and United States • Prepared September 2026. Editorial lead: Louise Simon. Independent specialist review has not yet been completed. General information; confirm advice for your circumstances.