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Historic Aged Care Reforms Promise Better Support for Older Australians
The Australian Government has taken a major step toward transforming aged care services with the passage of the Aged Care Bill. Described as a “once-in-a-generation reform,” the new legislation places older Australians' rights, safety, and dignity at the core of the...
How Older Australians Can Stay Safe and Independent on the Road
Driving is a vital part of independence for many older Australians, but physical and cognitive changes that come with age can impact driving safety. To address this, a new initiative by UNSW Sydney and Neuroscience Research Australia (NeuRA) offers tailored solutions...
Understanding NDIS Debts: Key Changes and Compliance Rules
The new NDIS legislation, effective October 3, 2024, grants the NDIA broader compliance powers, including raising debts against participants or providers. This happens if NDIS funds are misused or spent on non-compliant supports. Providers, in particular, must stay...
Growing the Conversation Around Positive Ageing
This article originally appeared on Aged Care Today Spring 2024 (stock photo only) Staying physically healthy and maintaining beneficial relationships are the top two ageing well priorities for Australians, according to early data from Bolton Clarke’s Ageing Well...
Changes to Support At Home
Following key discussions at the ACCPA HACC Forum, the Commonwealth Home Support Programme (CHSP) is exploring updates that include new regulatory and technological requirements. These indicative changes, specifically in the area of ICT Transition funding, are set to...
CareVision Shines at ACCPA National Conference 2024
CareVision showcased its dedication to the aged care sector by by partnering with ACCPA at the ACCPA National Conference 2024. Hosted at the Adelaide Convention Centre from October 23 to 25, the event drew an impressive 2,440+ attendees, featured 90+ sessions, 190+...
Telstra Talks About Unauthorized TCM Use at ACCPA Conference
At the ACCPA National Conference 2024 in Adelaide, Telstra Health highlighted concerns about the continued use of its discontinued TCM product. In a conversation with David Fairbairn of CareVision, Fiorella Hayayumi from Telstra Health provided essential insights into...
ACCPA National Conference 2024 WRAP-UP
The ACCPA National Conference 2024, held in Adelaide from October 23-25, was a resounding success, attracting over 2,430 delegates. Centred on the theme “Age of Excellence: Inspire, Innovate, Impact,” the event showcased how innovation and shared knowledge are...
Enhancing NDIS Protections: New Legal Powers for the NDIS Commission
source photo The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) Commission is set to gain significant new legal powers under a proposed legislative amendment known as the "Getting it Back on Track Bill." Announced by Minister Bill Shorten, these changes aim to bolster...
Helping Older People Explore Their Creativity
This article originally appeared on Aged Care Today Spring 2024 Benetas is proud to foster and celebrate artistic expression right across its retirement living communities and residential aged care homes. Bridgewater Lake Retirement Estate is one of the aged...
Tech Solutions for Costly Aged Care
The aged care sector is facing significant financial challenges, but technology may hold the key to a more sustainable future. A consortium of universities and aged care industry players, led by the NSW Smart Sensing Network, is exploring the use of sensors in homes...
How to Provide LGBTI Inclusive Aged Care
This article originally appeared on Aged Care Today Spring 2024 (stock photo only) Many lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and intersex (LGBTI) adults encounter significant barriers when accessing the Australian aged care system. After a lifetime of facing...
Maximising Social Connections in Residential Aged Care
This article originally appeared on Aged Care Today Spring 2024 (stock photo only) When it comes to healthy ageing, social connections play a crucial role, and for older adults transitioning into residential care, the risk of social isolation and its impact on...
ACCPA National Conference 2024 to Drive Excellence in Aged Care
Adelaide, Australia – Aged care providers across the nation are set to gather at the ACCPA National Conference 2024, taking place from October 23-25 at the Adelaide Convention Centre. As the premier event for the aged care sector, this year’s conference is themed “Age...
ACCPA Launches Program to Equip Home Care Providers for Aged Care Reforms
Home and community care providers can gain a competitive edge amidst significant aged care reforms by participating in a series of essential webinars, workshops, and boot camps. The “Leading the Way in Home Care” professional development program, created by the Aged...
Federal Government Invests $900 Million to Boost Aged Care Services in Rural and Remote Areas
The Federal Government’s recent announcement of a $900 million investment aims to improve aged care services in rural and remote areas, ensuring older Australians have access to high-quality care, no matter where they live. This investment includes $600 million for...
Simplifying NDIS Compliance for Small and Medium Disability Providers
CareVision is thrilled to unveil ‘BOUNCE,’ a versatile, compact version of its highly acclaimed enterprise-grade software. Tailored specifically for small disability and care providers, BOUNCE is designed to assist in meeting the latest compliance and registration...
Commission Releases New Aged Care Regulatory Strategy
This article originally appeared on Aged Care Today Spring 2024 The Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission has released its Regulatory Strategy for 2024-2025. This is a foundational document for the Commission, as it underpins every regulatory action we take. ...
The Benefits of Bidets for Older People
This article originally appeared on Aged Care Today Spring 2024 (stock photo only) As Australia’s population continues to age, providing high-quality care and maintaining the dignity of older adults in residential aged care homes becomes an increasingly important...
Supporting Ageing Australians in Northern Territory Communities
This article originally appeared on Aged Care Today Spring 2024 (stock photo only) We know healthcare options in rural and remote parts of Australia can be limited, particularly when it comes to specialist services like aged care. This is why it’s so important to...
Pre-Funding Aged Care
This article originally appeared on Aged Care Today Winter 2024 (stock photo only) Currently, the aged services industry sources the funding for the delivery of aged care services on a retiree pay-as-you-go basis. The need for services is often urgent and at a...
ACCPA National Conference Adelaide
From 23 to 25 October, join the ACCPA National Conference 2024 at the Adelaide Convention Centre. This year, “Age of Excellence: Inspire, Innovate, Impact” is the conference theme. The aged care services industry is thrust upon unparalleled excellence that has been...
Urgent Action Needed for Aged Care Reform
The Aged and Community Care Providers Association (ACCPA) has raised serious concerns about the lack of bipartisan support for introducing a new Aged Care Act. As the Australian Parliament resumes its September sessions, ACCPA urges all political parties to find...
Removing or Deleting your CareVision Account
Closing your CareVision account means that you will not be able to log-in to the CareVision Plus app or the CareVision portal. You will also lose visibility of your calendar, tasks, in-app chat messages and more. When you close a CareVision account, CareVision needs...
Reviving Seniors Through Dance
This article originally appeared on Aged Care Today Winter 2024 (stock photo only) A transformation is underway. The melodies of familiar tunes echo down the corridors of an IRT Group aged care home on the southern coast of New South Wales. In this beautiful setting,...
Strengthening COVID-19 Defenses in Residential Aged Care Facilities
The Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission has emphasised the crucial need for COVID-19 preparedness among residential aged care services. With over four years since COVID-19 first appeared in Australia, there’s no room for complacency. Providers must maintain strong...
Addressing Malnutrition in Australian Aged Care Homes
A recent large-scale study has revealed a concerning statistic: 40% of residents in Australian aged care homes are malnourished, with 6% categorised as severely malnourished. This alarming finding underscores the urgent need for a national screening program to...
Dementia Australia Launches VR De-Escalation Training Workshops
This article originally appeared on Aged Care Today Winter 2024 (stock photo only) Aged care staff are crucial to the well-being of people living with dementia. Staff continue to be there to support those who need them most, making a difference each and every shift,...
Urgent Need for Home Care Packages as Waiting Lists Double for Older Australians
Waiting lists for older Australians in need of home care have grown significantly. Currently, twice as many people are waiting for a Commonwealth Home Care Package compared to last year. These packages provide essential support for older individuals with significant...
ACCPA Dementia Care Workshops
ACCPA Dementia Care Essentials: Charting the Path to Understanding and Empowerment (stock photo only) ACCPA is offering a workshop ideal for front-line workers who care for individuals living with dementia. This workshop aims to provide a comprehensive understanding...
NDIS JULY 2024 PRICING ARRANGEMENT AND PRICE LIMIT UPDATE
CareVision is committed to keeping our clients informed and up-to-date with the latest industry changes. Recently, the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) announced updates to the Pricing Arrangements and Price Limits, effective from 1 July 2024. These updates...
Aged Care Employee Day
This article originally appeared on Aged Care Today Winter 2024 (stock photo only) Celebrate your staff on 7 August. It’s that time of year again when we put a spotlight on the tireless efforts of Australia’s amazing aged care staff – from managers carrying the burden...
Upgrade from Procura to the All-in-One Care Platform Today!
In early 2020, AlayaCare, a Canadian home and community care software provider, acquired Procura, a division of Complia Health. Organisations using Procura must transition to new solutions by June 2025, as support will end. One highly recommended option is CareVision,...
Purpose-Built Gyms in Retirement Villages
This article originally appeared on Aged Care Today Winter 2024 (stock photo only) The benefits of exercise are well established – from preventing chronic disease to improving physical function, and enhancing mental health and wellbeing – but it becomes increasingly...
Revolutionising frontline care: Apollo Care and IT Integrity’s One-Tool ecosystem
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SVSNM-_h41o Apollo Care and IT Integrity have recently developed their innovative 'one-tool' ecosystem. This powerful solution consolidates workforce devices and technology access, providing the right information to the right person at...
Join the ACCPA Strategic Innovation Program in August 2024
Are you an aged and community care board member, executive, or senior leader? Enhance your strategic skills and future-proof your leadership by joining the ACCPA Strategic Innovation Program. This in-person immersion program offers two days of intense collaboration...
Celebrating Aged Care Employee Day 2024
Aged Care Employee Day is an important celebration recognising the contributions of aged and community care staff caring for over 1.5 million older Australians. This special occasion is dedicated to appreciating the hard work and dedication of more than 370,000 aged...
Promoting Inclusive Palliative Care for LGBTIQ+ People
This article originally appeared on Aged Care Today Winter 2024 (stock photo only) Discrimination drives many LGBTIQ+ people to avoid disclosing their diverse bodies, sexual orientations or genders in healthcare, which has a direct impact on their end-of-life...
CareVision Specialises in Complex Rostering Requirements
CareVision is a tier-one platform which specialises in complex rostering in the Care, NDIS and ACF (Residential Aged Care) and has the ability to integrate to many other software platforms. Please contact CareVision today to book a demo.
Identifying the Early Signs of Parkinson’s Disease
This article originally appeared on Aged Care Today Autumn 2024 (stock photo only) The world around us is rapidly changing and, in many ways, Parkinson’s disease is like ‘the canary in the coal mine’ – a warning sign of how these changes are affecting our...
The Science of Dementia Friendly Design
This article originally appeared on Aged Care Today Autumn 2024 (stock photo only) A dementia village is a customised living environment for individuals with dementia who require residential care. Foremost among them is De Hogeweyk, established by visionaries...
ACCPA Victorian Conference 2024 and CareVision
The Australian Conference of Community and Public Aged Care (ACCPA) recently held its annual Victorian Conference at the Pullman Melbourne Albert Park from June 11 to 13, 2024. This event brought together industry leaders, professionals, and stakeholders to discuss...
CareVision and Partners Award $1500 Prize at WA ACCPA Conference
From 27-29 May, 2024, the Western Australia Conference took place in Perth, where CareVision, in partnership with Riskteq and IT Integrity, delighted attendees with a thrilling cash prize draw. Chris Rasmussen, CEO of Riskteq, had the honour of presenting the $1500...
Exceeding Quality Standards at Good Shepherd Lodge | Riskteq
Founded by members of the local Anglican diocese in 1974, Good Shepherd Lodge Ltd is a not-for-profit Aged Care organisation serving the Mackay region. In this short article, we’ll share insights from Good Shepherd’s quality systems review, assessment criteria to...
Draft New Aged Care Act: Key Feedback and Next Steps
The Australian Government recently concluded its consultation on the draft new Aged Care Act, which closed on March 8, 2024. Here’s what we learned and what’s next: Feedback Received: 320 submissions and 800 surveys were submitted. Over 10,000 people participated in...
Australian Government’s 2024-25 Budget for Quality Aged Care
The Australian Government’s 2024–25 Budget allocates $2.2 billion to enhance safe and high-quality aged care services. The key focus areas include: Reducing Wait Times: The budget aims to reduce wait times for older individuals seeking Home Care Packages. Workforce...
Aged Care Insurance Outlook for 2024
This article originally appeared on Aged Care Today Autumn 2024 (stock photo only) In December 2023, the Commonwealth Department of Health unveiled a draft of new legislation that marks a significant revamp of the Aged Care Act 1997 (Cth) (referred to as the ‘Aged...
NDIA Graduate Program 2025
The National Disability Insurance Agency (NDIA) is opening its 2025 Graduate Program for graduates who want to help in the lives of Australians with disability and to implement the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS). This 12-month program will allow...
Australian Aged Care Providers Excel at Asia Pacific Eldercare Innovation Awards
Australia’s aged care sector recently demonstrated its forward-thinking approach and commitment to innovation at the 12th Asia Pacific Eldercare Innovation Awards held in Singapore. The awards were part of the World Ageing Festival, which attracted 5,000 people...
CareVision’s Gold Sponsorship with ACCPA
Recently, CareVision has reaffirmed its dedication to advancing quality aged care services by solidifying its partnership as an official Gold Sponsor of the Aged & Community Care Providers Association (ACCPA) in Australia. This strategic collaboration reflects...
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