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Leadership change at ACWIC
The leadership baton at Aged Care Workforce Industry Council (ACWIC) has been passed on following the resignation of Chair Libby Lyons and the appointment of former Deputy Chair, Graeme Prior as her replacement.
‘Big data’: a cheaper and cohesive plan to improve coordinated care?
The use of “big data” or sharing data between aged care providers, clinicians, other health services and the Government is providing a comprehensive picture of the touchpoints older people have with aged and health services and is now becoming part of the conversation to reform the sector. It may be the answer to more targeted and cost effective supports.
Innovative aged care projects receive funding boost
Eleven projects aimed at improving and enhancing the aged care sector have received a much-needed boost after the Aged Care Research and Industry Innovation Australia (ARIIA) announced its second round of grants this week.
Aged care barriers compromise intimacy, resident relationships
Australia’s aged care homes often lack the appropriate guidance and privacy necessary for older people to enjoy fulfilling intimate relationships.
Feedback requested for aged care’s Inspector-General Bill
Aged care providers have less than ten days to provide feedback on the Government’s new Inspector-General of Aged Care Bill to ensure it provides the relevant authority and tools to the new Inspector-General of Aged Care role.
70% of aged care facilities have been operating at a loss
Aged care providers are still reporting financial losses, according to new data.
Stakeholders disappointed in Government’s aged care pay rise delay
A delay to the interim 15% award wage increase rollout has been criticised by unions and aged care stakeholders who believe the Government’s latest submission to phase in the increase is going to further harm the sector.
Providers want assurance that aged care star ratings will work for everyone
90% of residential aged care facilities are meeting or exceeding acceptable quality care requirements despite ongoing challenges with workforce shortages and the pandemic.
Code of Conduct headlines a raft of new legislation
The new Code of Conduct for Aged Care is now in place for providers and workers, providing the aged care sector with legislated behavioural guidelines.
Government intervenes to support Enrolled Nurses
Providers across the country are making changes to how they deliver care to ensure they meet new requirements, including meeting the minimum minutes of care minutes for Registered Nurses.
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