Moving into residential aged care is a significant decision, and understanding the costs can sometimes feel overwhelming.
The fees that apply to you depend on whether you're entering respite or permanent care, your financial circumstances, and the room you choose.
Our aged care admissions team is here to help you understand your options, explain the fees that may apply to you, and answer any questions before you move in.
The basic daily fee applies to all residents entering residential aged care, whether for respite or permanent care. It contributes to everyday living costs such as meals, laundry, cleaning, and utilities.
The amount is set by the government at 85% of the single age pension and is reviewed twice a year.
If you're moving into permanent residential aged care, you'll also pay for your accommodation.
You can choose the payment option that best suits your circumstances.
Use the calculator below to estimate your accommodation costs.
Depending on your income and assets, you may be asked to contribute towards the cost of your care.
Services Australia (or the Department of Veterans' Affairs) completes a means assessment to determine whether these contributions apply to you and how much you will pay.
A contribution towards the cost of your ongoing care. The amount you pay is based on your income and assets.
A contribution towards everyday living costs, such as meals, cleaning, laundry and utilities.
A contribution towards non-clinical services that support daily living, such as personal care, mobility assistance and lifestyle activities.
Maximum Permissible Interest Rate (MPIR): 8.43%
RAD (Refundable Accommodation Deposit): RAD is defined as: “A lump sum that is refunded when you leave care. Please note if you entered residential aged care on or after 1 November 2025, RAD retention rules may apply. Learn more.
DAP (Daily Accommodation Payment): Interest charged on the unpaid RAD balance, calculated using the Maximum Permissible Interest Rate (MPIR) of 8.43%.
Formula: Reduced DAP = (Full RAD − RAD Paid) × MPIR ÷ 365
Note: A separate Basic Daily Fee also applies to all residents. This fee is set by the government at 85% of the single Age Pension and is reviewed twice a year. For the current rate, please visit the Department of Health, Disability and Ageing website.
Once you’ve confirmed you meet eligibility requirements for residential care, our supportive six-step process will guide you through the journey to your new home.
1. Gather key documents
2. Submit your application
3. Meet our admissions team
4. Optional tour
5. Receive your move-in date
6. Welcome to your new home!
We’re here to make the next step simple. Whether you’re ready to apply to live at St Agnes' Site or just need advice, our team is here to guide you with compassion and clarity.
St Agnes’ Catholic Parish acknowledges the Birpai people as the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we live, work, and serve. We acknowledge their deep connection to this land, its waters, skies, and stories, nurtured with wisdom, care, and resilience for countless generations. We pay our respects to Elders past, present, and emerging and extend this respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
