Help with aged care homes

Common question


Question:	My parents live together in an independent living unit in an aged care complex. Dad is quite frail and relies on my mum a lot. We think that he should go into an aged care home for respite to give mum a break from her caring role, but he refuses to go. What can we do?
Answer:	Speak to the Carer Respite Centre to see if in-home respite is available. Your parents may also benefit from community support such as home help services. Commonwealth Carelink can provide information on the services available in their area. They may also refer them to an ACAT if there are concerns about your parents being able to remain in their own unit.