Maurice Zeffert Fees and Charges
Fees payable by a resident in an aged care facility are regulated by the Commonwealth Government of Australia.
Below are guidelines of the fees payable as of 1st November 2025
Basic Daily Fees
All aged care residents receiving ongoing (permanent) or short-term (respite) care are required to pay this fee. The Basic Daily Fee covers daily living expenses, including meals, cleaning, laundry, heating and cooling.
The government sets the rate for this fee, which is calculated at 85% of the single basic age pension. The Basic Daily Fee increases in line with changes to the single basic age pension, which the government adjusts twice yearly. For short-term care, the Basic Daily Fee is the only fee you need to pay.
The maximum Basic Daily Fee is currently $65.55 per day
Hotelling Contribution
The Hotelling Contribution covers part of the cost of meals and daily living services. The amount you pay is determined by your means assessment and is outlined in your fee advice letter from Services Australia.
Non-Clinical Care Contribution
The Non-Clinical Care Contribution covers some costs for services such as assistance with bathing, mobility and lifestyle activities. The amount you pay is determined by your means assessment and is outlined in your fee advice letter from Services Australia.
Accommodation Payments
For residents receiving ongoing care, a payment or contribution towards your accommodation may be required, depending on the outcome of your means assessment. The government’s means assessment determines this. Please note that these specific accommodation charges do not apply to short-term care. Each room has a published maximum room price. Details of room prices and features are available here: RAD Pricing Schedule – October 2025 and on My Aged Care website and will also be provided by the Home.
If your government means assessment indicates you need to pay or contribute to your accommodation, you can do so through a:
- Daily Accommodation Payment (DAP)
- Daily Accommodation Contribution (DAC), or a combination of both
- Refundable Accommodation Deposit (RAD)
- Refundable Accommodation Contribution (RAC), or a combination of both.
If you are on the new fee structure, a 2% per annum retention (capped at 10%) will be deducted from your paid RAD or RAC over a maximum of 5 years.
To find out more about these changes, please visit My Aged Care.
For further information, please contact us by phone: (08) 9375 4600 or email: info@mzh.org.au
The above information is provided as a guide only and is not intended to replace independent financial or legal advice. Further information can be obtained via www.myagedcare.gov.au
