With any election comes a lot of policy promises and today we're unpacking what funding Labor have committed to the Aged Care sector. The majority of these policies are based on recommendations from the Aged Care Royal Commission that occurred from October 2018 to March 2021. Labour have committed to $2.5 billion over the next 4 years. 

Amongst other things, they have committed to:

• Wage increases
• Registered Nurses on site in Residential Aged Care Facilities 24/7
• Increased mins/day in Residential Aged Care Facilities 
• Better food
• Greater transparency to ensure dollars are going directly to care
• Capping home care fees

These are all steps in the right direction, but there is always more that can be done. It's a little disappointing not to see any discussion about the Home Care Package waitlist, but hopefully this will become a focus in future. If you feel the Aged Care sector still needs greater resources - speak to your local MP! The more we discuss the growing needs of our ageing population, the more it becomes part of the Government's agenda.