DSS releases Guide to Aged Care Law
The Department of Social Services has launched a comprehensive online guide for aged care providers that goes into detail on aged care law.
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The Department of Social Services has launched a comprehensive online guide for aged care providers that goes into detail on aged care law.
Blacktown Hospital has implemented a new patient records system, which NSW Health Minister Jillian Skinner praised as a step forward.
The John Hunter Hospital campus is seeing a substantial number of upgrades, in order to better prepare for the ageing Australian population.
Health Minister Jillian Skinner presented awards for exceptional contribution to NSW health care at a ceremony earlier in September.
Growth in the aged care sector is too substantial to ignore, and industries like COTA are taking the lead when it comes to preparation.
Assistant Minister for Social Services Senator Mitch Fifield and Member for Hindmarsh Matt Williams have joined with COTA to launch a new CDC website.
Aged care changes were put into effect on July 1 of this year, and it’s important to understand exactly what effect these have on facility operations.
The Council On The Ageing has recently highlighted the need for a government blueprint that details changes coming to the aged care sector.
The aged care sector is rapidly changing as larger numbers of residents enter the care of facilities. Increasing choice will bring further changes.
The Council On The Ageing has been proactive in a number of areas within the aged care sector over recent years, and has now pushed the Senate for changes.