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Bullet points of Aged care in the home improves lives and saves money. So why are Australians being made to wait?
- Patrick's struggle highlights challenges in accessing home care for the elderly in Australia.
- Delays in funding allocation and assessments result in thousands waiting for essential support, impacting well-being and increasing healthcare costs.
- Reforms under discussion aim to enhance access to services and enable elderly individuals to stay independent at home for longer.
- Current delays and limitations in the system underscore the urgent need for timely and efficient care to prevent premature institutionalization and ensure a better quality of life.