More retirees trying to avoid going into aged care, exclusive data from Australian Seniors reveals

For a growing number of Australians, aged care is less desirable than ever before.

Exclusive data from Australian Seniors reveals 43 per cent of Australians aged over 50 who were surveyed for the 2021 Mindset Shift Report say the pandemic has changed their view of aged care.

The survey also revealed almost 80 per cent of Australians aged over 50 are worried that they aren’t saving enough for retirement.

A quarter say they struggle to pay everyday bills, and 10 per cent will delay their retirement age due to COVID.

For many of the seniors at the Blue Suede Shoes Dance School in Gosford, New South Wales, staying at home as long as possible is the goal.

“I do know a little about aged care, had a look at a retirement village, thought that’s not…