Spring 2024, page 7

Opinion

ACCPA getting on with the job

As the sector stands at a pivotal political crossroad, the Aged & Community Care Providers Association (ACCPA) and aged care providers are getting on with the job of reform and celebrating our sector’s heart and soul.

Dr Graeme Blackman AO FTSE FAICD
Chairman, ACCPA

Winter 2024, page 35

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National Update

From homeless to thriving

As a silent epidemic of homelessness among our older population sweeps across Australia, Melbourne’s Brotherhood of St Laurence is pitching in to make a difference.

Debbie Everett, Media Advisor, ACCPA

Winter 2024, page 32

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National Update

Get ready for ACED 2024!

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 of responsibility to frontline workers providing companionship and excellence in care.

Linda Baraciolli, Aged Care Today Editor and Communications Advisor, ACCPA

Winter 2024, page 31

National Update

ACCPA InnovAGEING program empowers change

The landscape of aged care is changing as we enter a technological revolution that promises to redefine how care is optimised and delivered.

Linda Baraciolli, Aged Care Today Editor and Communications Advisor, and Sharon Wilkinson, Senior Marketing and Communications Advisor, ACCPA

Winter 2024, page 29

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National Update

Tackling incontinence with free training

The Aged and Community Care Providers Association (ACCPA) is partnering with the Queensland Government to supply free incontinence training to nurses, care workers and job seekers in Queensland, as part of the Incontinence Micro-Credential Program.

Alexandra Harrison, Marketing & Communications Advisor (Programs), ACCPA

Winter 2024, page 27

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National Update

Building nursing capacity in the bush

Attracting and retaining sufficient nurses to provide adequate aged care services for residents of rural and remote areas is a significant issue in the sector.

Alexandra Harrison, Marketing & Communications Advisor (Programs), ACCPA

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Winter 2024, page 25-26

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National Update

‘Just in time’ professional development customised for provider needs

No matter how you approach reform – with a ‘growth mindset’ or through the lens of ‘enforced change’ – the current aged care reform agenda can feel like an impossible task, particularly in the face of workforce shortages.

Tegan Roberts, Manager Learning & Professional Development,
ACCPA

Winter 2024, page 22

National Update

Making governance administration easier

Governance requirements have been changing in the aged care sector for some time, with key changes introduced in 2022 and 2023 to strengthen the role of governing bodies in order to provide better care for consumers of aged care services.

Linda Baraciolli, Aged Care Today Editor and Communications Advisor, ACCPA

Winter 2024, page 21

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National Update

Health and aged care interface the budget winner

Some might say the latest federal budget doesn’t go far enough, particularly when it comes to holistic measures to support health and wellbeing in older people – but when you take a closer look, the boost to the health and aged care interface presents significant benefits.

Linda Baraciolli, Aged Care Today Editor and Communications Advisor, ACCPA