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24/7 RN exemption timeframe extended, changes made to funding supplements
Eligible aged care providers can now seek exemptions from the 24/7 Registered Nurse responsibility until 2026, with the Department of Health and Aged Care publicising important changes to 24/7 RN exemptions and supplements on Wednesday.
Interim First Nations Aged Care Commissioner revealed
First Nations leader Andrea Kelly has been announced as the interim First Nations Aged Care Commissioner, an all-important step in the process toward establishing the design and functions of a permanent Commissioner role.
UARC report reveals varying cost of care delivery impacts financial viability
Financial viability, varying direct care costs and complete Registered Nursing coverage continue to be among the top challenges for aged care providers, according to the UARC’s Australia’s Aged Care Sector Report.
Residential care providers continue to operate at a loss despite marginal growth
The Government’s Quarterly Financial Snapshot shows the aged care sector experienced a positive finish to the 2022-23 financial year with marginal improvements in net losses.
Health and Climate Strategy calls for a climate-resilient aged care sector
A climate-resilient aged care sector is clearly on the radar after the Australian Government launched the National Health and Climate Strategy.
Data mistake leads to Govt publishing inaccurate care minute targets
Fresh care minutes controversy has surfaced after the Government acknowledged it published inaccurate care minute targets that may have impacted some providers relying on Government data.
ARIIA reveals its new CEO
ARIIA has confirmed the appointment of its first permanent CEO ahead of a crucial 2024 that will see it host its second major conference and have to find new sources of funding.
Government announces extra aged care funding, home care rollout delays
The Federal Government has made two major announcements regarding the aged care sector with a $2 billion boost to further support the aged care pay rise revealed days after they revealed changes to the new Support at Home Program.
One-third of aged care employees want to leave, citing increased demands and regulatory burden
Ideagen has released its annual Aged Care Workforce Report, claiming that the Government’s ambitious aged care reform agenda faces a reality check as staff struggle to meet increasing regulatory demands.
New report suggests retirement living growth could save aged care billions
The Retirement Living Council released the Better Housing for Better Health report over the weekend, suggesting expanded retirement living opportunities could save the Government billions of dollars in residential aged care expenditure.
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