Newsletter: 17 January 2024

As the aged care sector faces a transformative era in 2024, the complexities of funding management are more challenging than ever.

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.

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.

Among a shortlist of giant corporations such as Optus and Commonwealth Bank is aged care provider Whiddon, nominated for SEEK’s Talent Acquisition Team of the Year.

A report has found serious inaccuracies in the aged care Star Ratings system with a significant number of aged care facilities receiving positive Star Ratings despite being non-compliant.