About the strengthened Quality Standards
Read how we are strengthening the Quality Standards to improve aged care.
What's different
Learn about the changes to the Quality Standards.
Getting ready
Find out how providers and workers can prepare for the strengthened Quality Standards.
Consultation to strengthen the Quality Standards
See how we co-designed more robust and detailed Quality Standards.
Strengthened Quality Standards – February 2025
The strengthened Quality Standards are more measurable, are more detailed and reflect the expected quality of aged care. They use clear language, minimise duplication, align with wording used in the new Aged Care Act 2024 and reflect the new Statement of Rights.
Resources
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05:25I am the centre of my Aged Care – Aged Care Quality Standards
This video explains how Aged Care Quality Standards have been strengthened to provide more protections and rights for older people. -
02:38My dignity and diversity – Aged Care Quality Standards
This video explains how Aged Care Quality Standards have been strengthened to support older people to feel safe and respected by the people who care for them.
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02:19My choice and decisions – Aged Care Quality Standards
This video explains how Aged Care Quality Standards have been strengthened to empower older people to make their own choices and decisions. -
01:23My protections – Aged Care Quality Standards
This video explains how Aged Care Quality Standards have been strengthened to support older people to make decisions about their care plans, have their choices respected, and how they should feel safe and comfortable where they live.
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