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ACCPA Unveils Exciting Plans for 2024
As 2024 starts, The Aged & Community Care Providers Association (ACCPA) stands at the forefront of innovation and inspiration for the aged care industry. With a steadfast commitment to shaping the future, ACCPA is proud to announce its robust agenda for the...
Sydney Disability Connection Expo 2025 Brings the NDIS Community Together
Mark your calendars for May 23-24, 2025, as the Sydney Disability Connection Expo takes over the International Convention Centre for two action-packed days of support, resources, and community connections. Navigating the NDIS can be overwhelming, but this free event...
Diversifying Services for Plan Managers
This article is sourced from teamdsc.com.au (stock photo only) Since 2020, Plan Managers are only able to provide two types of services according to the NDIA. The first is managing and monitoring a participant’s plan, specifically in financial administration. The...
Annual NDIS Conference 2025
Annual NDIS Conference This coming 20th and 21st of May, the Annual NDIS Conference will be held at the Melbourne Convention Exhibition Centre. To make it more accessible for all participants, this will also be an online event via Zoom. The two-day event arranged by...
PACE Transition: Key Changes Ahead for NDIS Service Providers
The NDIA is in the process of transitioning from its existing SAP CRM system to a new platform known as PACE (Participant and Communication Environment). Designed to enhance the way the NDIS connects with participants and providers, PACE is built on Salesforce...
Observing Practice Quality Tool from Living with a Disability Research Centre
This article is sourced from teamdsc.com.au Getting feedback from people you provide care services to is a must to ensure that you are doing your job and doing it well. To be able to gauge the quality of the support you are giving, a tool has been developed by the...
What You Need to Know About NDIS Needs Assessments
Needs assessments are set to change the way NDIS plans are created—shifting from participant-sourced reports to NDIA-led evaluations of what supports someone actually needs. These assessments are different from functional assessments and will guide new “framework...
Preparing for the Support at Home Program
A major change is on the horizon for aged care providers. From 1 July 2025, the Australian Government will roll out the Support at Home program—a single, streamlined model set to replace the Commonwealth Home Support Programme (CHSP), Home Care Packages (HCP), and...
Are Plan Managers Responsible for Determining What’s ‘Reasonable and Necessary’?
Plan Managers often find themselves in a tricky spot—especially when it comes to deciding whether a support or service is considered “reasonable and necessary” (R&N) under the NDIS. Officially, the NDIS Act says that only the NDIA CEO or their delegate can...
A Fresh Take on Seniors Living in Cottesloe
A not-for-profit retirement village in Cottesloe is redefining what ageing looks like—offering stunning ocean views, heritage charm, and a strong sense of community. Developed by Curtin Heritage Living, this award-winning village blends independent living, aged care,...
Innovative Approaches to Combat Pressure Injuries
This article originally appeared on Aged Care Today Autumn 2025 (stock photo only) Pressure injuries (PIs), also known as pressure ulcers or bedsores, remain a persistent and costly challenge in aged care. These injuries not only diminish quality of life but also...
Aged Care Needs to Be a National Priority
With the Federal Election approaching, Ageing Australia is urging all parties to make aged care a top priority—highlighting urgent issues around workforce shortages, long wait times, and the transition to the new Aged Care Act. There’s a growing shortfall of aged care...
The Right Staff For Culturally Appropriate Dementia Care
This article originally appeared on Aged Care Today Autumn 2025 (stock photo only) The requirements of Australia’s increasingly diverse cultural demographics must be factored into dementia care in Australia, with workforce diversity a key enabler. As Australia’s...
Budget Falls Short on Home Care Waitlist Relief
The recent Federal Budget has delivered some welcome cost-of-living and healthcare measures, but National Seniors Australia (NSA) says it missed the mark on reducing home care wait times. NSA applauded initiatives such as increased bulk billing rates, cheaper...
Training To Deliver Quality Food And Nutrition for Aged Care
This article originally appeared on Aged Care Today Autumn 2025 (stock photo only) With the strengthened Aged Care Quality Standards coming into effect, now is the time for residential aged care providers to review their food and nutrition policies and invest in...
Why Organisations Should Prioritise Stakeholder Engagement
When it comes to creating services within your organisation, it’s important to get the engagement of people with disability. Prioritising stakeholder engagement can help in upholding person-centred support—you can get input from participants on the method as well as...
New NDIS Law Workshop for Providers
As the National Disability Insurance Scheme Amendment Bill (Getting the NDIS Back on Track No. 1) has passed Parliament, there will be a lot of changes taking place. If you want to keep up with said changes, Team DSC offers a new NDIS law workshop for providers. It’s...
BOUNCE Helps Home Care & NDIS Providers Streamline Compliance and Reduce Costs
Limited-Time Offer: Sign Up Today For small Home Care and NDIS providers, staying compliant and efficient shouldn’t come at a high cost. That’s why now is the perfect time to book a demo and explore how CareVision’s award-winning BOUNCE software can transform...
COVID’s Lasting Impact on Social Connections Among Seniors
Five years after the World Health Organization declared COVID-19 a pandemic, new research from National Seniors Australia (NSA) reveals the long-term effects on older Australians’ social lives. NSA Head of Research Dr. Diane Hosking noted that while many have returned...
The Importance of the Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA) Data
The Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA) data provides insight into the type of dwellings a community already has and, more importantly, what it needs. It can show SDA eligibility decisions and design categories per region. This can help in drawing conclusions...
National Seniors Australia Releases Policy Recommendations Ahead of Federal Election
National Seniors Australia (NSA) has put forward 16 key policy recommendations to address the rising cost of living, healthcare, aged care, banking, and superannuation ahead of the Federal Election. Backed by insights from the NSA’s 256,000 community members, the...
Understanding the Difference Between Ageing and Frailty
Ageing is a natural process that everyone experiences, but frailty is not inevitable. While getting older leads to gradual physical and mental changes, it does not mean a person will automatically become frail. The key difference lies in how well the body maintains...
NDIS Moves Toward Mandatory Registration for Key Providers
Read the original article here. The NDIS Quality and Safeguards Commission is moving forward with the mandatory registration of Supported Independent Living (SIL) providers, support coordinators, and platform providers. The transition aims to improve quality, safety,...
ITAC Awards 2025 Celebrates Excellence in Aged Care
Ageing Australia has announced the winners of the 2025 Innovation Transforming Aged Care (ITAC) Awards, celebrating groundbreaking contributions in aged care, seniors housing, and retirement living. The winners were revealed at the ITAC Conference Dinner at Marvel...
New NDIS Rules on Plan Variations and Reassessments
The Department of Social Services (DSS) has introduced new NDIS rules outlining how plan variations and reassessments will be handled. These changes impact participants with existing NDIS plans and clarify when the NDIA can modify or reassess a plan. Under the updated...
Government Delivering on Reform: A Message from the Minister of Aged Care
This article originally appeared on Aged Care Today Autumn 2025 It is now four years since the Royal Commission into Aged Care Quality and Safety released its report into Australia’s aged care system, revealing the depth of systemic changes required across 148...
Hearing Loss: A Hidden Epidemic
This article originally appeared on Aged Care Today Autumn 2025 (stock photo only) The World Health Organization has estimated that by 2050 over 700 million people, or one in every 10 people, will have disabling hearing loss. Yet, it remains one of the most neglected...
Help Shape a Pet-Friendly Future for Aged Care
This article originally appeared on Aged Care Today Autumn 2025 (stock photo only) Australia has one of the highest rates of pet ownership in the world, with millions of people benefiting from the companionship, physical activity and emotional support that animals...
New Rules for Managing NDIS Funding
The government has introduced new rules for managing NDIS funding, which affect how participants can self-manage their plans or use a plan manager. These changes give the NDIA more power to restrict self-management or the use of a plan manager if it believes there’s a...
Cut Costs & Stay Compliant with BOUNCE for Home Care & NDIS Providers
Small to medium Home Care and NDIS providers looking to reduce operating costs—now is the time to book a demo! Chat with their friendly team to learn more about their award-winning CV software and unbeatable pricing. With rising demands and evolving regulations, small...
NDIS Workshop for New Businesses
NDIS Online Workshop by DSC (stock photo only) Whether you are starting up a new business or you are a new manager or have new staff, the ABCs of the NDIS is an online workshop that can get you jumpstarted on all things NDIS. This 5-hour workshop will cover everything...
What’s Happening with Foundational Supports in 2025?
Foundational supports are a new tier of disability services set to launch in July 2025, aiming to help the 1.4 million Australians with disabilities who aren’t eligible for the NDIS. These supports will fill the gap between mainstream services and the specialised care...
Join the Brisbane Disability Connection Expo 2025
Mark your calendars for the Brisbane Disability Connection Expo 2025, taking place on the 21st and 22nd of March! This premier event is a must-attend for anyone connected to the disability community, offering a unique opportunity to connect, learn, and have fun in an...
Amanda Rishworth, New NDIS Minister
Image from rishworth.com.au Hon Bill Shorten, NDIS Minister, sworn in November 2022, officially stepped down from his position in January 2025. He has since been replaced by Amanda Rishworth as announced by Prime Minister Anthony Albanese. A member of the Australian...
Up to 700,000 Retirees May Be Overpaying Taxes—Are You One of Them?
READ THE ORIGINAL ARTICLE HERE Thousands of Australian retirees could be paying unnecessary taxes by keeping their super in accumulation accounts instead of switching to the tax-free retirement phase. According to the Super Members Council (SMC), around 700,000...
Online Program Improves Cognition in Older Adults
READ THE ORIGINAL ARTICLE HERE A groundbreaking online program has proven successful in boosting cognition among older adults, offering new hope in the fight against cognitive decline and dementia. The trial, led by Professor Henry Brodaty AO of UNSW’s Centre for...
Disaster Management Plan for Australia’s Aged Care Sector
This article originally appeared on Aged Care Today Summer 2025 (stock photo only) As our changing climate drives an increase in the frequency and intensity of natural disasters in Australia, the aged care sector is facing unprecedented challenges, and ensuring the...
ITAC 2025 REGISTRATION CONTINUES
The Innovation Transforming Aged Care (ITAC) 2025 conference, hosted by ACCPA, is shaping up to be a landmark event for the aged care and seniors housing sector. Scheduled for 11-12 March 2025 at the RACV Royal Pines Resort, this premier conference will bring together...
Lowering the Risk of Stroke in Older People
This article originally appeared on Aged Care Today Summer 2025 (stock photo only) World Stroke Day, on 29 October, brought an urgent call to action: be active every day to lower your risk of stroke. As the leading cause of disability worldwide, stroke affects over 12...
Annual NDIS Conference 2025
Image from Team DSC Mark your calendars, it’s time for the Annual DSC National NDIS Conference. The two-day conference will be held at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibit Centre (MCEC) and online from 20 to 21 May. Tickets for attendees will be on sale starting in...
Preparing for the Strengthened Aged Care Quality Standards
This article originally appeared on Aged Care Today Summer 2025 (stock photo only) While the introduction and final wording of the strengthened Aged Care Quality Standards is subject to the passage of the new Aged Care Act through parliament, providers must comply...
Make Brain Health a Priority in 2025 for Better Aged Care
READ THE ORIGINAL ARTICLE HERE: https://agewellaustralia.au/make-brain-health-your-new-years-resolution-in-2025/ As we step into 2025, prioritising brain health is more important than ever, especially for aged care. Physical inactivity is Australia’s leading...
A New Chapter in Aged Care: Introducing Ageing Australia
Ageing Australia logo The aged care sector in Australia has taken a bold step forward with the rebranding of its peak industry body to Ageing Australia. Effective from 30 January, this change marks a fresh approach to representing providers of aged care, retirement...
Ensuring Compliance and Protection with Russell Kennedy Service Agreements
Navigating the complexities of service agreements in the aged care and disability sectors can be challenging. To support providers in meeting legal requirements while safeguarding the rights of both businesses and their clients, Russell Kennedy Lawyers offers expert...
Great New Deal for Small Home Care and NDIS Providers includes Compliance to Support at Home Requirements and Co-Contributions Commencing July 2025
CareVision is excited to launch the BOUNCE program, a game-changing solution tailored for small home care and NDIS providers. This feature-rich, award-winning platform combines advanced capabilities with a budget-friendly price, making it the perfect choice for...
How to Help Improve the NDIS
Do you want to help the NDIS serve people with disabilities better? Your feedback is valuable and you can help through Participant First. The NDIS understands that listening to people living with disability and having first-hand experience with the National Disability...
2025 Brisbane Disability Connection Expo
This coming 21st to 22nd March, the Brisbane Disability Connection Expo will be held at the Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre. Proudly sponsored by GNA Services, this is the largest free Queensland expo that gives the opportunity for people with disabilities...
Understanding Animal-Assisted Therapy vs. Animal Therapy in the NDIS
The inclusion of animals in therapy has sparked questions following the recent NDIS Supports Lists, specifically around whether animal-related interventions qualify as NDIS supports. Let’s clarify the distinctions and guidelines that participants and providers need to...
NDIS Act Explained: A Guide to Spending Participant Funding
Recent changes to the NDIS Act have introduced new rules for how participants can spend their funding, emphasizing transparency and preventing plan top-ups due to fund exhaustion—a problem known as intra-plan inflation. This guide breaks down these updates to help...
Session for Providers: Changes to NDIS Legislation
Keeping up with the latest changes in the National Disability Insurance Scheme is a must, especially for providers. On the 6th of February, 2025, the NDIS will hold an online session covering the changes made to the NDIS Legislation for providers. Getting the NDIS...
ITAC 2025: Shaping the Future of Aged Care Technology
The ITAC 2025 conference, hosted by ACCPA, is dedicated to revolutionising aged care technology and will take place on 11-12 March 2025 at the RACV Royal Pines Resort. This premier event brings together experts, innovators, and stakeholders to explore cutting-edge...
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