So then, what’s the difference between the ‘Income Tested Fee’ and the ‘Daily Care Fee’?

Still confused? We don’t blame you, lots of people get confused between the Income Tested Fee and the Daily Care Fee, so let us clear it up for you!

Income Tested Fee:

• Determined and required by the Government
• Based on an income assessment
• If you are a self-funded retiree or on a part-pension you may be required to pay this
• The Provider cannot waive this fee

Daily Care Fee:

• Determined and required by the Provider
• Not based on your income or if you are on a pension
• The Provider can choose whether or not to charge this fee (we don’t)