The Albanese Government is investing $135 million in infrastructure grants to support aged care providers operating in rural and remote areas.
The grants will help specialist providers to build and improve services for people who are homeless or at risk of homelessness and First Nations communities.
These grants are the first of two competitive opportunities to open in 2023-24 under the Aged Care Capital Assistance Program.
This round is focused on supporting existing providers to deliver quality services in small rural towns, remote and very remote communities.
Grants can be used for a range of purposes – from minor equipment purchases to building upgrades, extensions and new builds or purpose-built staff accommodation to support the aged care workforce.
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