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Australian research finds quality of care is below par half the time
The Australian Institute of Health Innovation has unveiled new research regarding the quality of care in residential aged care settings, finding that the majority of common conditions receive treatment that’s below par half the time.
Conflict of interest revelation highlights close ties in aged care auditing
Over 520 real, potential or perceived conflicts of interest were acknowledged by four consultancy firms involved in auditing the safety and quality of residential aged care homes reported.
Moyne Shire Council reverses the trend, will continue to provide aged care services
The home care sector has experienced a period of upheaval over the last 12-18 months as councils across the country have exited the sector, making Moyne Shire Council’s decision to stay a welcomed one.
Health and Aged Care bombarded by Senate questions, over 900 unanswered since October
Federal opposition and crossbench members have criticised the Government for its poor response rate to questions from the Senate with over 900 left unanswered since October, including over 600 questions from Liberal Senator Jane Hume alone.
Baptist Care Australia reveals its new CEO
Baptist Care Australia revealed its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO) on Thursday, announcing Dr Robyn Sampson has been promoted to the role after spending the last six months as their Acting Executive Director/CEO. Dr Sampson joined Baptist Care Australia in October 2021 as Policy and Advocacy Advisor, with her previous advocacy work at the International […]
Royal Freemasons transfers two homes to Respect as its aged care footprint shrinks
Respect continues to expand its reach within the aged care community, taking over the ownership of two regional homes previously operated by Royal Freemasons in Victoria.
Wealthier consumer contributions should be paired with relaxed means-tested caps, aged care leaders say
Increased consumer contributions from wealthier Australians is expected to relieve some of the financial burden on aged care, with industry leaders also calling for the deregulation of daily fees and means-tested price caps.
How a desire to help the community saved a Byron Bay aged care home
Last month, St Andrews was named the new owner of Feros Village Byron Bay, ensuring the much-loved residential care community would remain standing.
Profiling the new members of the Council of Elders
Last week the Government announced a new term for the Aged Care Council of Elders, while also revealing seven new appointments to the Council. Hello Leaders has profiled each one.
Final draft of the strengthened Quality Standards refines key elements
Introduced in 2019, the Aged Care Quality Standards are about to undergo a major overhaul after the Government published a refined final draft of the strengthened Standards.
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