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Will the government’s caretaker mode impact aged care reform?
Caretaker conventions are now in place for the Australian Government after Prime Minister Anthony Albanese formally announced that the 2025 federal election will take place on Saturday, May 3.
Federal election threatens Support at Home funding for thin markets
A brand new grant opportunity for home care providers operating in thin markets has opened, but it has a notable caveat: It could be cancelled entirely if an election is called before the grant process finishes.
Is it reasonable? SaH providers face new battle with pricing expectations
Home care service providers are about to become incredibly familiar with the term ‘reasonable’ after the Department of Health and Aged Care released a suite of Support at Home pricing resources.
Commission seeks feedback on new provider registration and renewal fees
The Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission is seeking provider feedback on proposed charging arrangements for providers who wish to register, renew or vary their registration.
Aged care Residents’ Experience Survey expands to capture 20% of residents
Over 43,000 aged care residents will participate in this year’s annual Residents’ Experience Survey after the Australian Government announced that at least 20% of residents will be surveyed at each home.
Quality Standards evolution: Is this the end of unannounced visits?
Australia’s aged care sector is on the brink of a significant transformation with the introduction of a strengthened regulatory framework under the new Aged Care Act.
Support at Home planning ramps up following info release
Support at Home information is flowing thick and fast ahead of its July 1 start date with the latest release – the program manual – delivering 209 pages of guidance just last week.
An uneven playing field: The risk new minimum liquidity standards pose
New Financial and Prudential Standards under the incoming Aged Care Act creates an uneven playing field that threatens to restrict development, force businesses to restructure, and challenge operators already under pressure to replace diminishing cash flows.
Shock profitability drop: Can residential care afford to delay change?
The latest Quarterly Financial Snapshot report for the aged care sector delivered some shock results for residential care providers, emphasising the need to find viable operational solutions.
Quality Standards confusion: Why staff need more than a memo
The Aged Care Quality Standards were introduced to define what good care looks like, holding providers to account so they deliver safe, high quality care that meets the needs and preferences of older people. The incoming Strengthened Quality Standards – to be introduced from July 1 alongside the new Aged Care Act – are a […]
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