Catholic Health Australia – Submission on the Pricing Framework for Residential Care 2026-27

Background

Catholic Health Australia (CHA) is the nation’s largest non-government grouping of health, community, and aged care services. CHA members operate approximately 12 per cent of residential aged care facilities and deliver 20 per cent of home care across Australia. Catholic aged care providers have a vital interest in working with the Australian Government to ensure aged care and support services are sustainable, meet community expectations, and consistently deliver safe, high-quality care.

CHA welcomes the opportunity to contribute to the Independent Health and Aged Care Pricing Authority (IHACPA)’s consultation on the Pricing Framework for Australian Residential Aged Care Services 2026–27. We look forward to working with IHACPA to ensure the Framework achieves its intended outcomes and supports a high-quality, equitable, and sustainable aged care system for all Australians, regardless of their financial means or location.

This submission highlights priority issues raised in the Consultation Paper that CHA believes warrant further investigation. It is not intended as an exhaustive response to every issue.