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LASA and ACSA have both announced plans to launch campaigns to fight for more funding and convince the federal government to reverse changes to the ACFI. more... [Thu 28/06/2012 12:00:00] |
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Key sector spokespeople are speaking up. They are not happy with the recently announced changes to ACFI and hint at a soon-to-be launched media campaign to tackle the funding issue. more... [Tue 26/06/2012 12:00:00] |
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State awards for excellence - Vic, SA, NT Aged and community services excellence awards have been presented to outstanding aged care providers, employees and volunteers from Victoria, South Australia and the Northern Territory. more... [Tue 26/06/2012 12:00:00] |
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A golden opportunity for change? It's been two months since the federal government first announced an aged care reform package. A panel of industry experts discuss what they now think of the 'Living Longer Living Better' set of reforms. more... [Tue 26/06/2012 12:00:00] |
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For those who didn't get to Prague IFA's 11th Global Conference on Ageing took place in the Czech Republic capital, Prague, last week. From a rock and roll opening performance to presentations on active ageing, two Australian attendees now discuss the highlights. more... [Tue 05/06/2012 12:00:00] |
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One peak body to represent them all? The new peak association that wants to represent all aged care providers was officially launched at Parliament House in Canberra yesterday afternoon. more... [Tue 22/05/2012 12:00:00] |
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Gen Cosgrove takes lead LASA role The former chief of the Australian Defence Force, General Peter Cosgrove, has been named as the chair of the new LASA board. more... [Tue 22/05/2012 12:00:00] |
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No answers from DoHA on industry viability Victorian aged care providers had an early chance to quiz a senior public servant on the aged care reform package. But on the question of how the reforms will help providers stay in the black, he had little to tell them. more... [Tue 08/05/2012 12:00:00] |
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The debate about establishing a 'single voice' of not-for-profit and for-profit aged care organisations continues. GM of Kalyna Care, Mark Sheldon-Stemm, explains why there are few differences between charitable and private providers. more... [Thu 19/04/2012 12:00:00] |
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AAA's compiled a brief but essential guide to keep you informed about what's happening in the sector over the next few weeks. more... [Thu 05/04/2012 12:00:00] |
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A new national industry association for aged care Aged & Community Care Victoria and Aged Care Queensland have resigned from national peak body, ACSA and together with together with Aged Care Association of Australia, have formed Leading Age Services Australia (LASA) more... [Thu 29/03/2012 12:00:00] |
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It's unanimous - ACAR highlights need for reform The release of this year's ACAR figures have drawn practically the same response from the industry, the Opposition and the Minister who announced them. more... [Thu 22/12/2011 12:00:00] |
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A handy reference item about some conferences coming up soon as well as some local events that may be interesting. Stay informed, be involved, make a difference... more... [Tue 01/11/2011 12:00:00] |
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A media coup for aged care [photos] Anthropologist, Margaret Mead, said "Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has." ACCV agrees. more... [Tue 11/10/2011 12:00:00] |
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What's holding us back from improvement? Key opinion leaders let us know what could stop proposals from the Productivity Commission's (PC) final report going ahead more... [Thu 18/08/2011 12:00:00] |
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With every challenge comes opportunity Key opinion leaders share what opportunities they think the Productivity Commission's final report presents more... [Thu 18/08/2011 12:00:00] |
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Why was the PC report so good? AAA asks some of the ageing sector's key opinion leaders why they think the Productivity Commission's final report was such a strong document more... [Tue 16/08/2011 12:00:00] |
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Vox pops: To merge or not to merge? AAA asks providers and industry leaders what they think about the ACSA/ACAA merger. more... [Thu 14/07/2011 12:00:00] |
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There's been movement and discussion on the ACSA/ACAA merger, since the news of the proposed move was announced last week. more... [Thu 14/07/2011 12:00:00] |
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A West Australian community care manager has received a top academic honour. more... [Tue 14/06/2011 12:00:00] |
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A 92 yo scooter riding, electric guitar playing, father of six has been honoured for his voluntary contribution to aged care. more... [Tue 14/06/2011 12:00:00] |
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Forget Gordon Gecko - it's just good sense Aged Care Queensland's CEO, Nick Ryan, has weighed in on the industry association merger debate with a newcomer's perspective more... [Tue 24/05/2011 12:00:00] |
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Letter to Editor: Mal Humphries, Arcare Aged care providers should focus on common goals and shared aims, rather than the differences in the 'merger debate', says Mal Humphries. more... [Tue 24/05/2011 12:00:00] |
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Letter to Editor: Paul Gregersen, Bupa Care Services A united industry voice is about creating a positive frame - for better, more constructive advocacy for older Australians, writes Bupa Care Services CEO, Paul Gregersen more... [Tue 24/05/2011 12:00:00] |
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AAA provides you with a summary of the recently released PwC report on the value of a single aged care association. more... [Tue 03/05/2011 12:00:00] |
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A new report by PricewaterhouseCoopers says there's no better time to tackle a unified industry association. more... [Tue 03/05/2011 12:00:00] |
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It's your turn to speak: the PC is listening The PC's public hearings have begun. ACCV was the first aged care peak body to present its draft report refinements to the commissioners. more... [Thu 24/03/2011 12:00:00] |
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What happens when the market fails? An aged care and homelessness advocate asks how a market-driven system will provide for disadvantaged older Australians. more... [Tue 08/03/2011 12:00:00] |
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Unite or be ignored by the government: The 20th Tri-State Conference, Albury, opened with a timely cry for sector unity, in the lead up to the release of the PC's final report. more... [Thu 03/03/2011 12:00:00] |
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Vic floods: 245 residents evacuated When the going gets tough, the tough get going: Victorian residents evacuate as floodwaters wreak havoc throughout the southern state. more... [Tue 18/01/2011 12:00:00] |
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One resident per month will experience what it is like to have their dream made into a reality, as TLC Aged Care implements its new program. more... [Thu 25/11/2010 12:00:00] |
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The first Victorian state election scorecard is in. As far as older Victorians are concerned, Labour has come out on top, while the other parties are trailing much further behind. more... [Thu 25/11/2010 12:00:00] |
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Alzheimer's gets election attention The Brumby government has started the Victorian state election campaign ball rolling, promising to provide a $15 million grant to Alzheimer's disease research. Is it a sign of more to come? more... [Tue 09/11/2010 12:00:00] |
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Floods affect Victorian facilities A small number of high risk residents were evacuated yesterday and some facilities remain on standby. more... [Tue 07/09/2010 12:00:00] |
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Experts in demography and the ageing population gave insights into the future of aged care at the ACCV State Congress. more... [Mon 21/06/2010 12:00:00] |
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Aged care providers and government need a new approach to risk management, according to the Productivity Commission. more... [Mon 21/06/2010 12:00:00] |
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Victorian Budget fails to deliver enough aged care initiatives Aged care providers and consumer groups have expressed disappointment in the Victorian Government for failing to deliver the full extent of the sector's 2010/11 State Budget wish list. more... [Thu 06/05/2010 12:00:00] |
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The state's premier says aged care reform should be a top priority in the federal health plan. more... [Mon 29/03/2010 12:00:00] |
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More doctors and claiming rights for nurse practitioners are both good news for the sector. more... [Wed 17/03/2010 12:00:00] |
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A leading industry figure says the focus on healthcare reform in the lead up to this year's election presents a valuable opportunity for aged care. more... [Mon 25/01/2010 12:00:00] |
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Industry backs ACFI review terms The broad scope of the review gives providers the chance to share their grievances with the tool. more... [Fri 06/11/2009 12:00:00] |
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Melbourne home responds proactively to sanctions The Kensington facility has appointed a nurse advisor and is working closely with the department to return to full compliance. more... [Mon 26/10/2009 12:00:00] |
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ACCV has launched its vision statement for the next decade at its AGM in Melbourne. more... [Thu 22/10/2009 12:00:00] |
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Success sealed for Victoria's best ACCV held its inaugural State awards for excellence last night. Click here to see a full list of finalists and winners. more... [Thu 21/05/2009 12:00:00] |
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ACCV has moved to reassure residents that its members are ready to help with the necessary re-locations. more... [Tue 21/10/2008 12:00:00] |
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