Aged Care Capital Assistance Program - Critical Infrastructure Projects

# 🏥 Aged Care Capital Assistance Program - Critical Infrastructure Projects **Department:** Department of Health, Disability and Ageing **Category:** Aged Care (101001) **Total Funding:** $195,500,000 --- ### **Overview & Objectives** This closed, non-competitive grant opportunity, the Aged Care Capital Assistance Program, addresses critical and urgent infrastructure funding needs within "thin market settings" of aged care. The primary objective is to prevent immediate or imminent closure of aged care services where infrastructure funding is essential for continued operation, thereby mitigating risks to the health, safety, and wellbeing of older Australians and aged care workers. The program also aims to secure long-term aged care provision in areas with a history of market failure and unmet need, supporting "provider of last resort" activities such as new builds or expansion/upgrades. Furthermore, it seeks to capitalize on proposals that facilitate cost-sharing arrangements and foster collaborative, innovative, and integrated approaches in these underserved areas. --- ### **Eligibility & How to Apply** **Eligibility:** This is an invitation-only grant. Prospective applicants **must** receive a direct invitation from the Department of Health, Disability and Ageing (from `grant.atm@health.gov.au`). An automated GrantConnect notification does not constitute an invitation. Applications from uninvited entities will not be considered. **Application Process:** * **Submission:** Invited applicants must submit the completed application form and all necessary attachments via the red "Submit Application" button on GrantConnect by the closing date and time. * **File Requirements:** * Filenames must not exceed 100 characters. * Avoid special characters (e.g., :, /, ?, —, –). * Maximum five (5) separate files per submission. * Do not include macros or password-protect files. * **Confirmation:** Retain a copy of your submission. Registered users will receive an automated email receipt within 48 hours; if not received, contact `Grant.ATM@health.gov.au`. * **Technical Support:** For GrantConnect technical assistance, contact the Helpdesk at 1300 484 145 or `GrantConnect@finance.gov.au`. --- **Keywords:** Aged Care, Critical Infrastructure, Thin Market, Health Services, Elderly Care, Community Support, Capital Funding, Healthcare Facilities, Service Providers, Market Failure, Urgent Need, Australia