Advice for aged care services on managing acute respiratory infections (ARIs)

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Guidance to support residential aged care homes (RACHs) in reducing health risks over the festive period​.

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Aged care residents are more vulnerable to ac​ute respiratory infections (ARIs), and services play a critical role in preventing and managing illness.

This page brings together up-to-date advice and practical resources for all aged care providers, including residential aged care homes (RACHs), home care and community-based services, assessment services, multi-purpose services, respite care and transition care.

​Additional resources​

Senior Australians, their families and carers can call the OPAN Older Australians COVID-19 Support Line on 1800 700 600.

Current as at: Friday 28 November 2025
Contact page owner: Strategic Policy and Program Support