Government announces delay to Aged Care Act and Support at Home reforms

The Australian Government has announced a delay to the introduction of the new Support at Home program and the new Aged Care Act, which were originally scheduled to commence on 1 July 2025. These reforms will now come into effect on 1 November 2025.  
The decision to delay was made to allow additional time for providers, consumers, and the sector as a whole to prepare for the significant changes being introduced. 

What does this mean for you?  

At McLean Care, we remain committed to delivering safe, high-quality care and support to our clients, families, and communities. The delay does not affect your current services or care arrangements, and we are continuing to work closely with our teams to ensure continuity during this transition period.  

We understand that any change to aged care can raise questions or concerns. Rest assured, we will continue to:  

• Keep you informed as more details become available  
• Support you with clear communication about what these changes mean  
• Deliver your care services without disruption.  

Our commitment to older Australians in regional, rural and remote areas remains unchanged. We are here to provide trusted, compassionate care - now and into the future.  

If you have any questions or would like to speak to someone about your current care plan, please contact us on 1300 791 660.