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Register for the Commonwealth Home Support Programme (CHSP) 2025–27 extension webinar
We are hosting a webinar for CHSP providers on the 2025–27 grant extension process and update on what the new Aged Care Act will mean for the CHSP.
Act now for a dementia-friendly future during Dementia Action Week
This week is Dementia Action Week (16–22 September 2024) and the theme is ‘act now for a dementia friendly future’.
Milestone reached for new aged care law
The Australian Government has introduced the Aged Care Bill 2024 to Parliament. The Bill is for a new Aged Care Act – the main law that sets out how the aged care system operates. It will deliver major aged care reforms.
Be aware of aged care scams
We are aware of scammers targeting older people and their families by impersonating aged care providers.
Have your say on aged care quality indicators
We’re looking for volunteers to take part in one-hour online focus groups to get feedback on the aged care quality indicators.
Prepare clients for 3G network switch off
From 1 September 2024, major telecommunications providers will be switching off their 3G network. This may impact older people using 3G enabled devices, such as personal medical or alert alarms. Find out how you can prepare.
New incentive payment for general practitioners to ensure better health services for aged care residents
The General Practice in Aged Care Incentive supports aged care residents to receive regular visits from their general practitioner (GP) and the care team with an ongoing care plan.
Guide for best practice design in residential aged care
The National Aged Care Design Principles and Guidelines outline practical changes aged care providers can make to improve residents’ quality of life.
Nominate someone inspiring for an Australian of the Year Award
Nominate an inspiring older person or someone making a difference to the lives of older people for a 2025 Australian of the Year Award.
New Aged Care Data and Digital Strategy published
The Aged Care Data and Digital Strategy and Action Plan 2024–2029, sets our direction to deliver the highest quality, person-centred care for older people. This will drive a sustainable and productive care and support economy, through data and digital innovation.
Have your say: Quality indicators for in-home aged care
We are expanding the National Aged Care Mandatory Quality Indicator Program into in-home aged care. Public consultation is now open to decide on the new quality indicators. Find out how to have your say.
Protect our older community with a COVID-19 vaccine
COVID-19 vaccination rates are lower than needed to protect our older community, particularly aged care residents.
Draft new Aged Care Act consultation feedback report available
Our consultation on the draft new Aged Care Act closed on 8 March 2024. Read about what we heard and what will happen next with the Act.
Expansion of the National Sign Language Program (NSLP)
From 1 July 2024, the NSLP will include sign language interpreting and captioning services for health and medical appointments.
Aged Care Capital Assistance Program (ACCAP) – Thin Markets, Multiple Streams results
We have announced the results of the ACCAP Thin Markets, Multiple Streams Grant Opportunity. Find out how many applications we received and which aged care providers received grants.
Free palliative care education and training
Everyone who works in health and aged care has an important role in providing high-quality, person-centred palliative care.
National Palliative Care Week 2024
It’s National Palliative Care Week – a timely reminder that it’s never too soon to start the conversation about matters of life and death.
Aged care design ideas competition – Winners announced
We have announced the winners of the ‘Reimagining Where We Live’ design ideas competition.
Webinar: Introduction to aged care cost collection
The Independent Health and Aged Care Pricing Authority (IHACPA) is hosting two webinars in April 2024. The webinars will provide information about aged care cost collection and how your contribution will help shape the future of Australian aged care services.
Single Assessment System tender extended until 21 March 2024
The closing time for the Request for Tender for the Single Assessment System has been extended until 2pm AEDT Thursday 21 March 2024.
New Aged Care Act consultation period extended
Public consultation on the draft new Aged Care Act as been extended to 8 March 2024. Have your say and help shape Australia’s aged care system.
Business and Workforce Advisory Service is now available
Aged care providers can now access free business and workforce advice.
Recognising the Nominees of the 2024 Senior Australian of the Year Award
The annual Senior Australian of the Year Award recognises the outstanding achievements of older people across each state and territory in Australia.
COVID-19 emergency leave extended for permanent aged care residents
We have extended emergency leave for permanent aged care residents for 12 months. This means residents who wish to temporarily relocate during COVID-19 outbreaks can continue to use emergency leave instead of social leave through to 31 December 2024.
Additional $15 million in 2023-24 for CHSP ad hoc grant opportunity
An additional $15 million in 2023-24 is now available for the CHSP ad hoc grant opportunity (GO5672) to support providers.
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