Hostels and nursing homes
Hostels generally provide low-level care to residents and more care is available at nursing homes.
Many of these care facilities are regulated by the Federal Government and entry is based on your care needs, as determined by an Aged Care Assessment Team (ACAT). There may be fees involved in entering a hostel or nursing home and there is often a waiting list for places.
More information
For more information about hostels and nursing homes call the Aged and Community Care Information Line on 1800 500 853 or visit the Department of Health and Ageing's Seniors website.