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WebA new model for regulating aged care webinar recording available. More than 1,100 people attended a webinar hosted by the department on 9 May 2023, to learn …

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View the latest Star Ratings for aged care homes

WebThis continued improvement means 97 per cent of all homes across Australia are now meeting or exceeding the level of care expected – an extra 138 homes …

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Star Ratings for aged care homes now available

Web20 December 2022. Star Ratings for aged care homes are now available through the ‘Find a provider’ tool on the My Aged Care website. Star Ratings allows you to compare the quality of aged care homes. Residential aged …

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Transforming aged care

WebOur plan for aged care reforms in 2023. Some major reforms are ongoing, and we will continue to progress a range of initiatives including: reforming in-home aged care. …

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Aged Care Taskforce

WebThe draft aged care funding principles are: Principle 1 – The aged care system should enable and encourage participants to remain in their home for as long as they wish and …

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Upcoming engagement activities

WebAudience: Aged care providers. 27 – 29 May 2024. ACCPA WA State Conference 2024. Audience: Aged care providers. 3 – 5 June 2024. Australian Dementia …

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CHSP Sector Support and Development engagement outcomes

WebFrom 1 July 2022, Sector Support and Development (SSD) activities will focus on supporting Commonwealth Home Support Programme (CHSP) providers as they prepare for a new …

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We all have the right to decide what to eat and drink

Web25 July 2023. It’s your right to make choices about the foods and drinks you consume, even if they are ‘not good for you’. This includes foods or drinks that may be hard to swallow. …

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Better food and nutrition for older people

WebThe hotline can be reached on 1800 844 044 between 9am and 5pm AEST Monday to Friday. The Food, Nutrition and Dining Hotline is run by the Aged Care …

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Future of in-home aged care

WebFor more information about accessing in-home age care services, you can: Visit My Aged Care or call 1800 200 422 between 8:00am and 8:00pm on weekdays and …

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A new model for regulating aged care

WebWe’re developing a new model for regulating aged care as part of the changes to improve the quality and safety of aged care in Australia. Please note consultation on Paper No.2: …

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Latest news on the aged care reforms

WebRecently the Australian Government passed two key pieces of aged care legislation, enabling better service and higher quality of care for Older people. The Aged …

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Volunteers in aged care are highly valued

WebVolunteers in aged care are highly valued. 15 September 2023. The Volunteers in Aged Care survey was open from April to May 2023 and had 1597 anonymous responses. We …

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Changes to aged care in Australia booklet

WebWe have updated our booklet on the changes to aged care in Australia, which you can order or download from our website. This booklet is for older people, their …

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We received your feedback on the Aged Care Quality Standards

WebTo find out more and help design the changes, visit the Get Involved page or call 1800 318 209. During October and November this year, we consulted with a wide range of people …

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Aged care experts and peak organisations

WebThis webinar is about the free translating and interpreting services available to the aged care sector to help providers communicate with older people in different …

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Care time reporting assessments for residential aged care

WebTo find out more and help design the changes, visit the Get Involved page or call 1800 318 209. The department is conducting assessments to check on the accuracy …

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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander older people

WebThe changes mean Older people will have greater choice and control, services that respect and meet their needs, and support to stay independent as they age. To find out more …

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Keep up to date with your COVID-19 vaccines

Web15 April 2024. COVID-19 continues to significantly impact our community, particularly older people. The best protection is to keep up to date with your vaccines. The COVID-19 …

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What is a Consumer Advisory Body

WebConsumer Advisory Bodies give you another avenue to have a say in the quality of the care and services you receive, by providing feedback to those running your aged care service. …

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