How do you best choose an Australian aged care facility and what do the star ratings mean?

The star rating system of aged care homes was introduced in December 2022 to help older people and their families compare the quality and safety of services and providers.

Nearly two years on, the ratings’ ability to deliver on a promise of informed decision-making for older people is now being independently

. As it stands, do the ratings help people choose the right aged care facility? And what other resources might be useful in making a decision?

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