“Placing Dad into an Aged Care facility was the hardest thing we have ever had to do…You are in a state of anxiety and unable to comprehend all of the jargon being thrown at you about aged care entry and its regulations. We really wish we had met Tony de Kort… before we placed Dad [into care] as we would not have gone through the stress went through, if we had our options explained up front. It is a big mistake not seeking help from someone who understands the whole industry before you take this massive step as it can cost you more money than it needs to.

Thank you, Tony, for helping us understand the system.”

- Client, QLD

“We didn’t expect Mum to need aged care so suddenly. Thanks to Tony’s planning and guidance, we secured a government-approved arrangement that saved our family nearly ~$600,000. We’re incredibly grateful for his support through a stressful time.”

— Client 2024, QLD

$200,000 Refunded After Fee Error

An 87-year-old woman placed her husband in a Southeast Queensland nursing home after his stroke, paying $200,000 of their $345,000 fee—leaving her with no savings and only a pension.

Struggling with daily expenses and financial stress, she sought help after a friend’s recommendation. Upon reviewing documents from Centrelink, My Aged Care, and the nursing home, errors in charges were identified by Tony. A letter to the nursing home’s CEO led to a full refund of the $200,000 plus additional overcharged fees.

"After placing my husband into care, I was left financially drained. Tony identified critical errors in the fees we were charged and helped secure a full ~$200,000 refund. Without his expertise, I’d still be struggling. He truly changed my life."
— Elderly Client, QLD

Outcome: Full ~$200,000 refunded from the aged care provider after Tony intervened and submitted formal correction. This case highlights the challenges elderly individuals face in navigating aged care finances, often making pressured decisions without full knowledge of their rights.

It underscores the importance of empowering seniors with information on financial options before such situations arise, preventing unnecessary financial hardship.

Clarity During Aged Care Entry

"Navigating aged care for Dad was overwhelming. We wish we had met Tony sooner — his clarity, knowledge of the system, and practical support would have saved us stress and money. Don’t go through this without someone like him."
— Family Client, QLD

Outcome: Family avoided further financial and emotional strain by gaining clarity mid-process, preventing additional aged care entry errors.

ConfidenCE After Selling Home

"Tony’s factual insights helped me make informed decisions after selling my home, including how to report to Centrelink and support my children with property purchases. He made everything easy to understand and was always approachable."
— Pensioner Client, QLD

Outcome: Centrelink compliance maintained, funds structured properly, and family support enabled without losing pension benefits.

Peace of Mind for Future Planning

"Tony gave us clear, easy-to-follow information about planning for the future, especially if one of us needs care. He provided a full folder to review at our own pace and is always there to answer questions. We’d absolutely recommend him to other retirees."
— Retired Couple, QLD

Outcome: Clear planning framework in place before aged care is needed. Ongoing access to support and reference materials.

SUPPORT IN MAKING BIG DECISIONS

"We came to Tony feeling overwhelmed. He presented multiple clear options and helped us make confident decisions. He even supported us at a Centrelink meeting and continued to assist when my wife later needed care. No ongoing fees — just genuine support."
— Mike & Family, QLD

Outcome: Family navigated Centrelink and aged care with the comfort of knowing what their options are. Pension outcomes protected.

FORMALISING LONG TERM WISHES

"Tony helped us identify important gaps in our estate planning and referred us to a specialist legal team. With updated documents now in place, we feel confident our long-term wishes will be carried out. We're thankful for the clarity and direction he provided."
— Steven & Family, QLD

Outcome: Wills and estate structures professionally updated with specialist support. Long-term family wealth and legacy secured.