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What do Australians think of ageing and aged care?

According to a survey conducted for the Royal Commission into Aged Care Quality and Safety, the Australian public holds a very negative perception of life in residential aged care, despite overwhelmingly positive attitudes towards older people themselves. Australians' opinions on ageing and aged care reveal a complex mix of respect for seniors, a desire for independent ageing, and significant anxiety about the quality, cost, and availability of care services.