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Political stand-off continues over critical Aged Care Act features
The new Aged Care Act’s official introduction to Parliament continues to be delayed as the Federal Government and opposition party argue over two major issues.
Most aged care homes are falling short of minimum care standards – new report
New analysis has revealed many Australian aged care residents are not receiving the levels of care they need and are entitled to.
Data spotlights profitability divide between for-profit and not-for-profit providers
Residential aged care has seen notable financial improvement in the latest Quarterly Financial Snapshot as providers continue to outperform compared to the 2022-23 financial year.
Top concerns over the new Aged Care Act revealed
The Government’s hotly anticipated introduction of a new Aged Care Act is one step closer after a consultation feedback report was published to highlight provider and stakeholder concerns.
Aged care receives a $2.2 billion Budget boost; Aged Care Act gets its start date
The Federal Government has dropped the 2024 Budget tonight with aged care receiving a $2.2 billion boost.
Stronger Quality Standards equals a new grading system for compliance
The Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission continues to inform aged care providers about the strengthened Aged Care Quality Standards, explaining how they will be graded for compliance – or non-compliance.
In this changing landscape, what could the future of aged care look like?
Australia’s aged care sector is undertaking transformational change, with unapologetic ambition.
Care minutes dip as audits expose ineligible provider practices
As care minutes dipped in March, auditors are catching providers using ineligible inclusions, in some cases leading to unannounced visits.
Updated guidelines can strengthen not-for-profit board governance
The Australian Institute of Company Directors (AICD) has updated its guidance for the not-for-profit (NFP) sector to reflect changes in the evolving governance environment. The new Not-for-Profit Governance Principles are intended to help support NFP directors by providing contemporary guidance into the likes of risk management, organisational culture and purpose, vision and strategy. Mark Rigotti, […]
The ‘Seismic Shift’ in aged care and how to navigate the 24/7 staffing mandate
Aged care providers will need to adopt a multi-faceted approach to staffing and training which involves targeted rostering to deal with the Federal Government’s new 24/7 nursing requirements.
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