Extra Services in residential aged care are additional hotel-like services which aged care homes are not legally required to provide.
Extra Services in residential aged care can include things like:
- A larger bedroom, often private with an ensuite bathroom
- More meal choices
- A glass of wine with dinner
- Daily newspaper/magazine delivery
- Hairdressing services
- Pay TV in the bedroom
To pay for Extra Services, an additional fee could be included in the daily care fee, or you may be required to pay a bond.
The fee will vary between aged care residences.
Search for residential aged care in your area using our online directory.
Search for residential aged care in:
- Residential aged care in Melbourne
- Residential aged care in Sydney
- Residential aged care in Canberra
- Residential aged care in Brisbane
- Residential aged care in Adelaide
- Residential aged care in Perth
- Residential aged care in Hobart
Search for home care services in:
- Home care in Melbourne
- Home care in Sydney
- Home care in Canberra
- Home care in Brisbane
- Home care in Adelaide
- Home care in Perth
- Home care in Hobart
Need help finding aged care?
Our free aged care concierge and comparison service will help you find the best options tailored to your needs. Get a personalised shortlist, completely free, and make informed decisions with confidence.
Call 1300 197 230
Article posted:Jul 6, 2019 Category: Finding care
Navigating Grief and Loss on Mother’s Day
Mother’s Day is a time for celebration, reflection, and appreciation—but for many, it can also bring feelings of sadness, longing, or even pain. Whether you’ve recently lost your mother, experienced the passing of a child, or are supporting a loved one through their grief, Mother’s Day can be a complex emotional time.
Alexandra Gardens residents in Rockhampton are staying connected and curious
It’s back! Alexandra Gardens residents were excited to kick-off their intergenerational program again recently with a visit to Parkhurst Early Learning Centre. The program is a major annual highlight for residents and the young students alike, resulting in special bonds being formed and residents couldn’t wait to meet their new friends.
Support at Home: What it Means for You
Last year, the Australian Government announced that long-awaited changes to Home Care would commence on July 1st, 2025. The new program, which changes the name from Home Care to “Support at Home”, will involve progressive changes over the next 2-3 years, starting from July 1st.
I Need Help Finding a Home Care Provider
As we get older, everyday tasks like cooking, bathing, dressing, and managing medications can become more difficult - but that doesn’t mean giving up your independence. With the right home care provider, older Australians can continue living comfortably and safely in their own homes.
