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The New Aged Care Act’s Statement of Rights: Implications for First Nations Care
The Aged Care Act introduces a Statement of Rights for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Elders, ensuring culturally safe, trauma-aware care. While $2.9B in funding supports reforms, barriers like limited access in remote areas and historical mistrust need ongoing work.
Tracey Burton is working to avoid impossible decisions- Reform act could mean providers must choose between the vulnerable and financial viability
Uniting Care ACT.NSW CEO Tracey Burton is warning that the current aged care reform pricing model could force providers into an impossible choice between accepting financially vulnerable residents or remaining financially viable. She is calling for the government’s accommodation supplement review to be brought forward from 2026, warning that without urgent action, tens of thousands of low-means Australians risk losing access to quality residential aged care.
UNSW project puts people with dementia at the centre of aged care reform
When Theresa Flavin first stepped into advocacy for dementia and aged care, she noticed a pattern that was as troubling as it was familiar. “In research, older people and those with dementia were kept at arm’s length,” she recalls. “It felt like the system was built around us, not for us.” Diagnosed with younger onset […]
Aged care governance in times of change: A call to action for Directors
Sean Rooney warns aged care Boards must move beyond compliance, with the new Aged Care Act demanding real leadership, culture and strategy.
Aged care’s new living fee must serve residents, not bureaucracy
The Higher Everyday Living Fee (HELF) is set to begin on 1 November 2025, giving aged care providers a chance to lift daily life for residents through better meals, activities and comfort. Success will depend on transparency, consent and follow-through, not added complexity.
Cost, access and choice: aged care sector tightens its focus as reform deadline looms
With the new Aged Care Act due 1 November, sector voices warn that rights must be matched by urgent action on wait times, affordability, rural access and flexibility.
“Getting it right” proving the greatest challenge; How once in a lifetime change means providers must ready for protracted resource strain
Alex Lynch of Catholic Health Australia says providers face major strain preparing for the Aged Care Act reforms, now delayed to 1 November.
Final Aged Care Rules released as sector prepares for historic reform
The Federal Government has released the final draft of the Aged Care Rules, giving providers the clarity they need to begin preparing for one of the most significant legislative overhauls the sector has seen in decades. Set to commence alongside the Aged Care Act 2024 on 1 November 2025, the Rules outline the practical details […]
Roadmap to reform: A practical guide to aged care reform readiness
Are you ready for 1 November and beyond? From workforce prep to digital systems, here’s your all-in-one guide to navigating the aged care changes
Patient, resident, client, consumer – pick one”: Why language matters in modern aged care
What do you call someone in aged care: resident, client, consumer, or patient? Words shape how we value older Australians. Our latest article dives into why language matters in creating dignified, person-centred care.
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