Aged care in Australia is changing for the better.
People who call out issues, including aged care workers will be protected to make a whistleblower disclosure.
This means you can make a report if you think someone hasn't followed aged care laws and you'll be protected from punishment.
You can make a report in person, by phone, or in writing to: the Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission, Department of Health, Disability and Ageing, a registered aged care provider or a responsible person of a registered provider, another aged care worker of a registered provider, a police officer, or an independent aged care advocate.
Reports can be made anonymously.
Your identity or identifying information will be protected.
To complete training and learn more about the new Act and what it means for you, visit Health.gov.au.