IHACPA provides annual pricing and costing advice for residential aged care and residential respite care to the Minister for Health and Ageing. This advice is underpinned by the pricing framework for residential aged care services, which is informed by stakeholder feedback received through public consultation.
Feedback from previous consultations has been used to inform this year’s focus areas, including residential respite care funding arrangements, cost collections and refinements to the allocation of administrative and care costs. IHACPA is also seeking feedback on the potential impacts of transitioning to the Aged Care Act 2024, as well as supplements and grants for specific care needs.
IHACPA’s Chair, Mr. David Tune AO PSM, encouraged stakeholders across the residential aged care sector to contribute to the consultation, noting the importance of capturing diverse perspectives.
