Can you be held accountable with your consumers?

The Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission has recently released a key document about ensuring providers are promoting a transparent and accountable environment for their operations and consumers.  This change requires providers to report on additional information about their operations to the Department of Health and Aged Care on an annual basis, commencing on 31st October 2023.  […]

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The Tune Report Into The Effectiveness Of The Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission (ACQSC)

The Australian Government engaged David Tune to conduct an independent Capability Review of the Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission (ACQSC). Recently, the comprehensive report was made public, presenting 32 recommendations that will serve as a vital roadmap to drive positive change in both the organization’s culture and its regulatory oversight. Tune emphasizes the significant […]

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Enhancing the Lived Experience – Additional Services in Residential Aged Care

Additional Services are a great opportunity for Providers to offer their consumers an even greater level of service, choice and flexibility, ensuring consumers continue to enjoy all those things they’re accustomed to. Additional services differ from residence to residence. These are services that are offered in addition to the Specified Care and Services Schedule and […]

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More than just a communication tool

Retirement village operators often mistake software, particularly those with accompanying apps, as a form of social media or communication platform. However, this couldn’t be further from the truth, especially with Person Centred Software’s Retirement Living Software, powered by Centrim Life!  Although Centrim Life has apps and QR codes, it provides a wide range of features […]

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Unlocking NDIS Registration Groups: A Guide for Residential Aged Care Providers

Fast-forwarding nearly three years from when residential aged care (RAC) providers supporting residents who became National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) participants were automatically registered as NDIS Registered Providers with the Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission and the NDIS Quality and Safeguards Commission (“NDIS Commission”), the landscape continues to evolve. RAC providers bear dual responsibilities […]

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How to Handle Calls with the Commission

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It’s time to connect the dots

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The Sector Performance April to June 22 – Highlights

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Why conduct mystery shops?

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Navigating the NDIS

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