Fees and Charges
Helping you understand Aged Care Costs
Fees and Charges Explained
Some residents have capacity to make their own decisions however when you are unable to make decision for yourself/loved one and therefore we need to know who your/your loved ones legal substitute decision maker is. This could be a statutory health attorney, a power of attorney or an enduring power of attorney (EPOA).
In this case, Vacenti staff will always endeavour to contact your EPOA for relevant financial or health care matters. We understand that there may be multiple EPOA and decisions may be listed to be made jointly or severally. These can be complex matters, so please ask if you need more information.
Basic Daily Fees + Means Tested Fees
Care fees include the Basic Daily Fee and a Means Tested Care Fee.
This fee is set out by the Government and equates to 85% of the full pension. The fee amount will be reviewed by the government on the 20th March and 20th September each year in line with the pension increase. Everyone in aged care is required to pay this fee unless they are experiencing financial hardship which will be determined by Centrelink.
This is an additional daily care contribution fee. This fee is determined by Services Australia upon completing a means test and is capped annually and over a resident’s lifetime.
For more information on Care Fees click on the button below or go to https://www.myagedcare.gov.au/aged-care-home-costs-and-fees
Your choice of 3 fee payment options
Care fees include the Basic Daily Fee and a Means Tested Care Fee.
This option is a lump sum accommodation payment. The balance of the deposit is refunded when you leave the aged care home less any amounts you have agreed to have deducted.
Instead of paying for your accommodation as a lump sum you can choose to pay a daily fee. The amount you pay is based on a daily rate; as agreed with your service provider in line with the current MPIR (maximum permissible interest rate).
Part refundable accommodation (RAD) deposit and part daily accommodation payment (DAP); with the part Refundable Accommodation Deposit being refunded when you leave the aged care home.
For more information on accommodation types click on the button below or go to https://www.myagedcare.gov.au/aged-care-home-costs-and-fees
Servizi Premium Service
Servizi provides residents and their families peace of mind, ensuring their days can be as full and engaging as they choose.
Servizi is designed to provide residents with the same opportunities they enjoyed at home, combined with the care and support needed to ensure safety and dignity. In addition to the Vacenti lifestyle program, residents can choose from pre-programmed packages or select activities that suit their interests. Servizi fosters companionship between residents and staff on the resident’s own terms.
There’s no shortage of choice. Our luxury inclusions, listed below, come standard—offering you an unmatched level of comfort. For added flexibility, you can select the inclusions that matter most to you. You’ll also have priority access to your own dedicated Concierge, right within your home.”