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Improving the Dining Experience: Beyond Food Costs
While food costs are a crucial aspect to consider, there are several key actions that providers can take to elevate the dining experience beyond just the financial aspect. By focusing on these essential elements, we can truly make a difference in the end-to-end experience of older people in your care. Enhancing the Dining Experience through […]
ViewSummary of Final Report of the Aged Care Taskforce
The final report of the Aged Care Taskforce was published last night, but does it provide all the answers we are looking for? Where do you go from here as a Provider? In analysing the recommendations, it is evident that several recommendations introduce new approaches or emphasise specific aspects to enhance the aged care sector. […]
ViewPrioritising Falls Prevention in Residential Aged Care
Strategies, Impacts, and Importance for Enhanced Well-being In the context of Residential Aged Care services, falls prevention and management have become a prominent area of focus due to the rise in complaints received by the commission. From 2022 to 2023, a total of 567 complaints were lodged specifically regarding falls, highlighting a sustained level of […]
ViewKey Considerations for Standard 1: The Strengthened Aged Care Standards
Standard 1, “The Person,” acts as the cornerstone for the remaining six standards within the Aged Care Quality Standards framework. It outlines the fundamental principles that govern interactions between care providers and older individuals, emphasising the importance of recognising each person’s unique identity and life experiences. At the heart of Standard 1 lie key concepts […]
ViewFinancial Resilience in Aged Care
A Roadmap to Sustainable Excellence Financial sustainability in the aged care sector is a critical aspect that directly impacts the quality of care provided to our senior Australians. Over the past two years, discussions surrounding this topic have intensified, with a particular focus on the gap between funding and the actual cost of care. As […]
ViewUncover the Power of Employee Offboarding
Explore insights from a nationwide study by Deakin University on personal care workers' employment intentions and turnover in residential aged care. Uncover the crucial aspect of employee offboarding, a systematic process often overlooked in the aged care sector. Discover how a well-structured offboarding process enhances organizational culture, knowledge retention, smooth transitions, positive reputation, alumni networks, legal compliance, cost savings, and succession planning. A dedicated offboarding strategy ensures continuity of care and uninterrupted services.
ViewHigh Performing Teams and tools you can use to get there
Unlock stability, sustainability, and success in leadership through the transformative power of high-performing teams. Discover the key factors driving exceptional team performance – engagement, diverse perspectives, cohesive collaboration. Navigate complex challenges with adaptability. Leverage Team Management Systems like TMP and LLP 360 for personalised development. Partner with Anchor Excellence for specialised knowledge in cultivating high-performing teams.
ViewMaximising Workforce Potential: Addressing Staff Shortages in Aged Care
There are an estimated 1.3 million older people receiving a form of aged care service, however, there are just 360,000 leaders. (CEDA, 2022). With each older person becoming older and frailer, the challenges each leader faces, both physically and mentally, have become a catalyst for the workforce to decide to leave the sector. So, how do […]
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