National Seniors Australia’s Federal Budget Submission 2023
National Seniors Australia’s Federal Budget Submission 2023
Older Australians want a strong government that makes prudent policy decisions.
Key policies include creating a stronger retirement system, improving access to care at home, and older people contributing to future generations.
Recommendations include establishing an Independent Pension Tribunal, providing mature age home care traineeships, and allowing downsizing for those on the cusp of residential care.
Retirement Income: Fix Pension Poverty
Recommendation to establish an Independent Pension Tribunal to set fair rates and account for inflation changes.
Benefits include restoring faith in government and setting variable rates based on need.
Health and Aged Care: Workforce
Recommendations for mature age home care traineeships and quality training for aged care workers.
Health and Aged Care: Care at Home
Recommendation to allow downsizing for those on the cusp of residential care to reduce costs and keep people at home longer.
Health and Aged Care: Funding Aged Care
Calls for all sides of politics to commit to funding aged care reforms transparently.
Proposal for a Home Care Loans Scheme to fund additional care.
Clean Energy Bonds
Older Australians are interested in investing in renewable energy.
Proposal for Clean Energy Bonds to generate capital for projects like Community Batteries.
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