SMH · general
How our aged care system is pushing couples to the brink
3 hours ago
Couples like Jack and Shirley face severe financial strain as aged care costs disproportionately affect the non-caretaker. Jack's annual aged care expenses exceed $88,000, while their combined income is around $82,000, leaving Shirley with only $14,000 to live on. This dynamic pushes families to the brink, highlighting the harsh realities of the aged care system.
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