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Dear Valued Service Provider,
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Apologies if you are receiving this a second time. We have amended some dates in the 'events' section.
This month’s e-Bulletin includes our Regional Forum Wrap-Up on integrated care and features plenty of events to learn and network. It also includes an invitation to complete a Sector Needs survey to shape the delivery of Sector Support in the coming months.
As Victoria is sadly grappling with a new COVID-19 outbreak, I invite you to review your services to ensure they are still ‘COVID-19 ready’. Provider’s resources are available here to support you. Take care of yourself and stay safe!
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A request from your Sector Support Team
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Sector Needs Survey – tell us what you need
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Dear Valued Service Provider,
In partnership with Hornsby Council SSDO, your Sector Support Team has developed this Sector Needs Survey. Rosanna, Madeline and I are really looking forward to your feedback and insights in the future of aged care. Your view will help shape what sector support is able to deliver across the Northern Sydney region. It is experts like you that help us provide relevant, accurate information and support.
Thank you so much for your time.
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Northern Sydney Regional Forum: Integrated Aged Care
Taking the First Step
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Our recent Northern Sydney Regional Forum focused on the important subject of Integrated Aged Care. We looked at how providers can work towards a more integrated approach, that encompasses the individual physical, mental and social needs of older people to remain at home longer. Click below to read a summary of the forum.
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COVID-19 Vaccine Rollout
Regular updates on the vaccination campaign and its different phases can be accessed on the Department of Health’s website here, with answers to common questions on COVID-19 vaccines now available in 63 languages. COVID-19 vaccines are free for everyone in Australia regardless of Medicare or visa status. To learn more, click here.
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Collecting and reporting data on the COVID-19 vaccination status of Aged Care workforce
The Australian Government has introduced new reporting arrangements for approved providers of residential aged care services and in home and community care services. Approved providers are encouraged to use the online reporting tool via My Aged Care from now on, noting that this will become a formal requirement in the coming weeks. However, receiving the vaccination and disclosing this information is voluntary for workers. More information is available in this factsheet.
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Development and Evaluation of an Aged Care Worker App
ELDAC in partnership with Flinders University is inviting care workers and care worker managers working in the home care sector to participate in an interview. It will explore participants’ work practices in relation to end of life and palliative care. The findings will help identify aspects for inclusion in the proposed Care worker App. The interview should take 20-30 minutes and each participant will be offered a $25 gift card as an acknowledgment of their time and contribution. More information is available here.
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Aged Care Provider research project
The Australian Government’s response to the Royal Commission into Aged Care Quality and Safety and the recent budget announcements will mean change for providers. The Department of Health wants to understand provider’s readiness to adapt to the future reforms and how to best transition to the new program.
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The survey will be available in June and will be conducted by Boston Consulting Group. If you wish to express interest in taking part in an interview or panel discussion to contribute to the survey, please email provider.research@bcg.com.
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Expression of Interest: CHSP, HCP, STRC or residential aged care providers
The Department of Health is seeking additional providers to participate in a data study that will shape the development of the new support at home program. More information about the study and requirements to participate is available here. To express your interest, complete the online survey.
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Last chance to apply for Mosman Council Community Grants Program
The grants are for not-for-profit community groups and organisations for projects that benefit the Mosman community. Further information and the online application form is here. Applications close on 11 June 2021.
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Free Carer Wellness Program
Tuesday 15 June 2021, 9.30am – 3.00pm, North Ryde
Dementia Australia will be hosting a group session to support positive health and wellbeing outcomes for a carer, family or friend of a person living with dementia. For additional information and to book this event, click here. Download the flyer here.
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Forum on Elder Abuse
Thursday 17 June 2021, 10.30am – 1.30pm, online
The Aged Rights Advocacy Service (ARAS) and the South Australian member of the Older Persons Advocacy Network (OPAN) will be hosting a free online forum on Elder Abuse. This year’s theme if ‘Elder Abuse prevention – let’s talk’. To participate to this free event, visit the ARAS website.
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Annual Provider Forum
Tuesday 22 June 2021, 10.30am – 12.30pm, Mosman Art Gallery
Hosted by Mosman Council, the Annual Provider Forum will be an opportunity to hear keynote speaker researcher and social psychologist Hugh Mackay AO discuss his latest book The Kindness Revolution. The presentation will be followed by an informal networking opportunity. Register here by 15 June 2021.
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Older People Mental Health Forum & EOFY Get-Together
Thursday 24 June, 10.00am-12.00pm, Hornsby RSL Club
Organised by Hornsby Council, this forum aims to raise awareness in home care service providers on a range of mental health conditions experienced by older people living at home. Managers, team leaders, supervisors, coordinators and workers from Commonwealth Home Support Program (CHSP) service providers are encouraged to register here. Registration is essential.
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Visit our Sector Support events hub
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2021 Sector Support Initiatives
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We have a number of workshops and events that we have tailored to support home and community care providers, their staff and their consumers. Download the 2021 Sector Support Calendar now to see what's coming up.
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| In-house workshops for consumers |
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Our in-house workshops are free and offer practical support for both staff and consumers. For more information, download the flyer here or contact Rosanna Commisso.
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Free Trauma Awareness Training
Phoenix Australia has developed a trauma informed care framework for aged care and their introductory module is available now. The training will help sector staff understand the nature of trauma and its impacts, manage common responses to trauma and use self-care strategies. It takes 45 minutes to complete and can be accessed on the Phoenix Australia Trauma and Aged Care Support and Information hub.
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KeepAble, Wellness and Reablement knowledge hub
Independent Living Assessment (ILA) has recently launched its new online Wellness and Reablement knowledge hub at www.keepable.com.au for home care providers, people working in the aged care sector, clients, and communities across Australia.
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This collaborative hub provides practical content to assist providers to work with and empower older people to optimise their independence and live life well. Click here to read the media release.
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Webinar: Improved Payment Arrangements for
Home Care Providers
The Department of Health held a webinar about the Improved Payment Arrangements for Home Care for providers and aged care peak organisations on 7 May 2021. The webinar can be accessed here, and a fact sheet with additional information on payment in arrears can be downloaded here. Additionally, the ongoing responsibilities of all approved home care providers are summarised in this letter from the Department.
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