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ACCPA’s Pre-Budget recommendations seek short and long-term stability
ACCPA has shared its aged care recommendations in a pre-budget submission, stating that the upcoming Federal Budget is a chance to ensure the sector survives and flourishes into the future.
How changes to whistleblower protections will influence aged care
The new Aged Care Act will feature strengthened whistleblower protections, providing more support for aged care employees and more guidelines for employers and their whistleblower policies.
Taskforce recommendations flag areas of importance, Govt remains quiet on commitment
After months of anticipation, the Aged Care Taskforce has released its final report and recommendations.
Care minutes bounce back as concerning reclassification trend emerges, Mirus reports
Care minutes totals have bounced back after a seasonal holiday dip in the latest industry analysis from Mirus Australia but there is reason to take stock of AN-ACC management styles as the age of AN-ACC reclassifications continues to rise.
Quarterly performance: Compliance remains strong as SIRS notifications rise
The first quarterly sector performance report for the 2023-24 financial year has been released by the Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission. There’s positive news right off the bat: there is a significant improvement in the number of fully compliant aged care providers.
Opinion: Safety vs Rights – new Aged Care Act in danger of unintended consequences
The exposure draft of the new Aged Care Act shows good intent, and a good start to creating a human rights-based approach to aged care, as recommended by the Royal Commission into Aged Care.
Have your say: Provider feedback on strengthened Quality Standards requested
The Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission is seeking provider feedback on the strengthened Aged Care Quality Standards, beginning a consultation on several draft guidance resources.
Changes are coming for Australia’s aged care system. Here’s what we know so far
The 1997 Aged Care Act has become a patchwork of change upon change. So when is the new act due, and what does it aim to achieve?
Consumer perspectives embraced as preparation begins for home care reforms
The decision to delay the Support At Home rollout has allowed aged care providers to better prepare for change, with Anglicare Southern Queensland among those working hard to strengthen their home care division.
Department of Health calls for provider input on proposed staffing quality indicators
A public consultation period has opened with the Department of Health and Aged Care seeking feedback on three new staffing quality indicators that will be part of an expanded Quality Indicator Program.
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