Regulatory Update – Strengthened Quality Standards
July 10, 2023 | Quality
Our list to help providers to transition their current framework to the new updated Strengthened Quality Standards
Aged care insights
Keep informed with regular insights, data, reports and analysis of aged care industry trends and issues
Are Star Ratings a summary of your key performance areas?
July 7, 2023 | Aged Care Reform
At the ACCPA conference in WA last week, I presented a breakout session on Star Ratings with the hypothesis that they are not just a consumer index but also a summary of the key performance areas of aged care.
6 key observations from training thousands on AN-ACC
July 7, 2023 | AN-ACC
After 12 months of facilitating the AN-ACC Essentials and AN-ACC Advanced courses it has been a privilege to meet thousands of people within aged care. After speaking with so many people and learning about their experiences I’ve observed a few things worth sharing.
Have you missed anything on the Aged Care Reform Roadmap?
July 7, 2023 | Aged Care Reform
With more changes coming for the next 2 years we have collated a list of aged care reforms to help providers plan for the future
Providers call for increased funding and financial sustainability
July 4, 2023 | AN-ACC
We recently surveyed 207 aged care providers on their perspectives on the funding landscape and financial sustainability within the industry.
How accurate are your residents’ AN-ACC assessments?
June 16, 2023 | AN-ACC
To determine how accurate an AN-ACC assessment is, you’ll need to understand the tool, forecast your own AN-ACC classifications, and keep a continuous record.
Mirus Industry Analysis (MIA) – June 2023 edition
June 14, 2023 | Aged Care Finance
Please join Mirus Industry Analysis (MIA), a monthly video series hosted by Rob Covino.
How to plan your workforce to meet care minute targets
June 8, 2023 | AN-ACC
In this blog, we explore different strategies aged care organisations could incorporate into their workforce and roster planning to proactively ensure care minute targets are met whilst continuing to deliver high-quality care, optimal resource allocation, and budgetary compliance.
Budgeting for changes to revenue and costs coming in FY24
June 5, 2023 | AN-ACC
The introduction of AN-ACC in October 2022 produced the largest ever subsidy increase in Australian Aged Care and in July this year, both the Aged Care Award and subsidy will again realise historical increases . The largest ever pay increase for our aged care workers has been welcomed as it signifies real progress towards genuinely valuing the dedication and skill in this industry, and hopefully will help aged care providers attract and retain staff.
Transparency of Information Principles 2023
June 2, 2023 | Quality
The Amending Principles assisting aged care recipients and their representatives to better understand the operations and financial information of approved providers and services.