A number of residents’ fees and charges and related subsidies will vary from 20 March 2010.  They are detailed in the attached Schedule.

The quarterly review of income tested fees will be conducted on 27 March 2010, with an effective date of 20 March 2010.  Letters will be issued following the review only if the income tested fees for the new quarter are different to the last quarter, or if a refund is due.

If you have any queries about the Schedule of Fees and Charges or other content of the email, please call the Aged Care Information Line on 1880 500 853.

IMPORTANT NOTE: the increased maximum permissible bond interest rate of 8.16% is applicable from 1 April 2010.  For residents entering a facility from 20 March 2010 to 31 March 2010, the previous rate of 7.95% applies.  For information please follow the link Schedule of Fees and Charges 20 March 2010