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An aged care placement and advisory service

If you or a loved one require assistance with transitioning into an aged care facility we’re here to help you. Based in South East Queensland, our experienced staff have expertise across the health and aged care systems and will work with you to simplify the process. Our staff understand the admission process of aged care facilities, and we have extensive experience in liaising with older people and their families.

What we do

  • an assessment of you or your loved one’s aged care requirements
  • identification of which aged care facilities may be suitable
  • liaison with and referral to aged care assessment teams, who are responsible for assessing eligibility for aged care placements
  • assistance with the completion of paperwork, including application and asset forms
  • ongoing liaison until a suitable aged care placement is secured
  • family counselling and assistance for more complex issues.

How we can help

Our staff will facilitate all the steps involved in moving into aged care.

  • We provide full assistance in locating an aged care facility.
  • We will work closely with you and your loved ones to consider a location and facility that matches your preferences.
  • We will tailor our services to suit the individual.
  • We are available to meet with you or your family at your location of choice.
  • We work quickly and efficiently to provide timely solutions.
  • We will advocate for you or your loved one’s requirements, until transition into an aged care facility has been completed.

Our qualifications

Our team is made up of experienced professionals who work within the Australian Association of Social Workers code of ethics, alongside caring support staff who will assist with more practical aspects of the process.

For more information

Looking for more information? Please call 0409 626 708 (during business hours) or send us an email and our team will be more than happy to help. No referral is necessary.

Mater Aged Placement Service is a service within Mater at Home. We have no formal affiliation with any aged care facilities and are not paid or remunerated by such facilities.

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