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Dorothy’s aged care home charged $52 a day for Foxtel, wine and newspapers that were no use to her. She wasn’t alone

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An exclusive report by The Guardian reveals that many aged care residents in Australia are charged for services they cannot use or understand. The case of Dorothy Gilling is highlighted, whose contract included a $52 daily fee for Foxtel, outings, newspapers, and wine. This practice has prompted an investigation by the regulator.

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Why it matters

Dorothy's contract included a $52 daily fee for services like Foxtel, outings, newspapers, and wines.

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The regulator is investigating these charges.

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Jeff Gilling was surprised by the contract for his mother Dorothy's aged care home.

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  • Dorothy's contract included a $52 daily fee for services like Foxtel, outings, newspapers, and wines.
  • These services were of no use to Dorothy, indicating potential financial exploitation.

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Jeff Gilling was surprised by the contract for his mother Dorothy's aged care home.

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The contract included a $52 daily fee for Foxtel, outings, newspapers, and a choice of wines.

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Many aged care residents in Australia are charged for services they cannot use or understand.

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The regulator is investigating these charges.

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