Aged Care Services in Bendigo & Ballarat
Find aged care providers and support services across 169 suburbs in Bendigo & Ballarat. From Home Care Packages and Support at Home to residential care and respite, MD Home Care connects you with verified providers who deliver quality care.
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Aged Care Services in Bendigo & Ballarat
Whether you need help at home, are looking for residential care, or want respite support, Bendigo & Ballarat has providers ready to help.
Home Care Packages
Government-funded support to help older Australians live independently at home with personal care, domestic help, and nursing.
Support at Home Program
The new unified aged care program replacing Home Care Packages and CHSP from July 2025, with 8 classification levels.
Residential Aged Care
Nursing homes and aged care facilities providing 24/7 care for those who can no longer live safely at home.
Respite Care
Short-term care to give family carers a break, available in-home, at day centres, or in residential facilities.
Personal Care
Help with daily activities like showering, dressing, grooming, and mobility to maintain dignity and independence.
Nursing Care
Clinical nursing services delivered at home including wound care, medication management, and chronic disease support.
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How to Access Aged Care in Bendigo & Ballarat
Contact My Aged Care
Call 1800 200 422 or visit myagedcare.gov.au to register and request an assessment.
Get Assessed
An assessor will visit your home to understand your care needs. Learn about ACAT assessments.
Receive Your Referral
Based on your assessment, you will be approved for a Home Care Package level or Support at Home classification.
Choose Your Provider
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Need NDIS Support Too?
Many families in Bendigo & Ballarat need both NDIS and aged care services. If you or a family member has a disability and is approaching 65, or if you care for someone with both disability and age-related needs, MD Home Care can help you navigate both systems.
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Bendigo & Ballarat offers a full range of aged care services including Home Care Packages (Levels 1-4), the new Support at Home program, residential aged care, respite care, personal care, nursing, allied health, and domestic assistance. MD Home Care connects you with verified providers across 169 suburbs.
Contact My Aged Care on 1800 200 422 or visit myagedcare.gov.au. You will be referred for an assessment to determine your care needs. Once approved, use MD Home Care to find providers in Bendigo & Ballarat.
Costs vary by service type. Home Care Packages are government-subsidised, with a basic daily fee of up to 17.5% of the Age Pension. Residential aged care includes accommodation costs, daily fees, and means-tested care fees. Many pensioners pay little or no out-of-pocket costs. See our aged care fees calculator for estimates.
In some cases, yes. People aged 65+ with a disability may access both NDIS and aged care supports, though funding cannot cover the same service twice. If you are on the NDIS and approaching 65, talk to your planner about transition options. View NDIS services in Bendigo & Ballarat.
Bendigo & Ballarat includes 169 suburbs: Aintree, Alfredton, Amherst, Ararat, Avenel, Axedale, Bacchus Marsh, Bakery Hill, Ballarat, Ballarat Central, and 159 more. Click any suburb above to view providers and services specific to that area.
Aged Care Guides and Resources
Home Care Packages: Complete Guide
All 4 levels explained with funding amounts, eligibility, and how to apply.
Support at Home Program 2026
Everything about the new program replacing Home Care Packages from July 2025.
Aged Care Fees Calculator
Understand what you will pay for home care, residential care, and respite.
ACAT Assessment Guide
How ACAT assessments work and what to expect during your evaluation.
Nursing Home Costs
Understand RADs, DAPs, daily fees, and means-tested costs for residential care.
When Your Parent Needs Care
A practical guide for families navigating aged care decisions for the first time.
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Last updated: 10 May 2026