A new Aged Care Act and the Support at Home program will take effect from 1 November 2025, reshaping how aged care works in Australia.
The reforms place a stronger focus on individual rights, independence, and care that is tailored to what matters most to each person.
Kirinari has provided video resources to help older people and their support networks understand and prepare for the upcoming changes.
Kirinari remains committed to keeping people informed and is available to answer any questions about what the changes mean for them.
Summary:
From 1 November 2025, a new Aged Care Act and the Support at Home program will come into effect, bringing significant changes to how aged care is delivered in Australia. These reforms aim to make the system simpler, more flexible, and more focused on each person’s rights and independence. Kirinari has shared helpful resources to support people living with disability and older Australians in understanding what these changes mean for them.
Big changes are coming to the aged care system later this year. From 1 November 2025, a new Aged Care Act will come into effect, along with the introduction of the Support at Home (SaH) program. These reforms are designed to make aged care simpler, more consistent, and more focused on the individual — with greater support for independence, wellbeing, and choice.
Below are some helpful resources that explain what’s changing and what it may mean for you.
What’s included?
The resources offer a clear overview of the upcoming changes, including:
What to expect from the new Aged Care Act
How Support at Home services will work
Ways the changes aim to improve quality, flexibility, and choice
How older people and their support networks can prepare
These videos are a great resource for anyone wanting to better understand the upcoming reforms and what they mean in everyday life.
At Kirinari, we’re committed to providing care that is personal, empowering, and built on respect. The changes coming in November reflect a stronger focus on rights, independence, and making sure support is tailored to what matters most in a person’s life.
We’ll continue to share updates and helpful tools along the way. And if you ever have questions about what’s changing or what it means for you, we’re here to talk it through.
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