The ACAT is one of the first things that needs to be done when receiving a Home Care Package. This is the time to express everything that is difficult about aging at your home. Here we cover all the essential components.
In this section you will learn:
- When you require an Aged Care Assessment to receive Home Care
- How you request a Home Care Aged Care Assessment Team (ACAT) to come and assess you
- What to expect during the assessment
- How to receive the results of the assessment
- Next steps after the assessment
- The National prioritisation Process
- Complaints and how to lodge them
STEP 3.1
What is the Aged Care Assessment Team?
To receive a Home Care Package you must first be assessed by an Aged Care Assessment Team.
STEP 3.2
What is the National Prioritisation Process?
My Aged Care is the entry point to the aged care system and manages a national system for prioritising access to home...
STEP 3.3
How do I get assessment results?
The ACAT will let you know the outcome of your ACAT assessment in writing. A letter is also sent to the provider.
STEP 3.4
Can I make a complaint about the ACAT assessment?
ACATs are employed by the State and Territory governments so each team is covered by the complaints procedures of each...
