Should I stay at home or go to an Aged Care Residential Facility?
Deciding whether to stay at home and receive Home Care from an in home care provider like Yellow Door Care or move to an Aged Care Residential Facility (ACRF) depends on several factors that are unique to your situation. Here are some points to consider:
- Health and Support Needs:
- Evaluate your current health needs and the level of care you require. Consider your overall health, mobility and cognitive functioning.
- Home Care providers can assist you to remain independent at home and allows you to manage your health needs effectively to a certain level or if you require more consistent medical supervision 24 hours a day, you may need an ACRF
- Safety and Accessibility:
- Assess your home environment for safety and accessibility, not only for you but for the staff who attend to assist you. Are there any risks or limitations that make staying at home challenging?
- ACRFs are designed to accommodate elderly individuals with mobility issues or other safety concerns.
- Social and Emotional Well-being:
- Think about your social interactions and support networks. Home care might provide comfort and familiarity and home care visits by one of our support workers can provide companionship, however, may lead to isolation and loneliness if you need people around you all the time
- ACRFs often offer opportunities for social activities and companionship, which can assist with mental well-being.
- Financial Considerations:
- Compare the costs of staying at home versus moving to an Aged Care Facility. Although Yellow Door Care can provide private 24 hour care, it can be expensive
- Investigate financial assistance options or government subsidies that might apply to both staying at home and moving to an Aged Care Facility.
- To stay at home, investigate receiving government financial support on the My Aged Care website through a Home Care Package. Check out Yellow Door’s budgeting tool to see what you can afford and your out of pocket expenses
- Personal Preferences:
- Reflect on your preferences and quality of life factors. Some people prefer the independence and privacy of home, while others value the community and support of a facility
- Most people want to stay at home but sometimes it is not possible
- Family and Caregiver Support:
- Discuss your decision with family members and friends who are involved in your care. Their input and support can be valuable in making a well-informed choice.
- Advanced Care Directive
- Let your wishes be know ahead of time using a legal Advanced Care Directive
Ultimately, the decision should prioritize your safety, health needs, and overall well-being.
Is an aged care residential facility or in in home care services right for me?
Contact the friendly team at Yellow Door if you would like to talk more about whether an aged care residential facility is right for you.
What Services and Support Can I afford?
At Yellow Door, we understand that planning for home care services can be both overwhelming and complex. That’s why we’ve developed an easy-to-use Package Calculator to help you create a customised care package that fits your needs and budget.
Explore our Package Calculator, an interactive tool tailored to help you navigate your government-funded healthcare options. Easily assess different services and service combinations, see how you can best use your allocated funds, and identify if you’ll need to cover any extra costs.
Self-funded? You can also use the calculator to get a clear picture of your typical healthcare spending. Make informed decisions about your healthcare services with our straightforward and helpful Package Calculator.
