ACIA is a member of the NDIS Consultative Committee and was informed a few months ago of three new Practice Standards to be introduced early in the financial year. Unfortunately they have only been made available to us to distribute information today. New Practice Standards: Mealtime Management a
Palliative Care can often be viewed as one of the most private times in one’s life journey, one that may be both sensitive in nature and personal in perception. However, it may also be conceptualised as a part of life that is one of the most special, humbling, and reflective moments in our time
Australian Community Industry Alliance (ACIA) is committed to the highest standard of quality and safety of care and service delivery. ACIA undertakes its functions to enforce the Australian Community Industry Standard [1]. ACIA regulates the practice of the support worker through the use of the
14 April 2021 ACIA has been working with the Australian Government representatives to better understand Australia’s growing need for workforce when it comes to supporting the aged and those living with a disability to continue to live independently in the community. In turn, ACIA has sought
COVID-19 Vaccination update – information current as at 22/2/2021 • Residential aged care and disability care staff are included in the first rollout 1a which commenced yesterday. Please check with your Residential employer to find out when and where you will be offered and provided the vacci
Following extensive consultation with key stakeholders and discussion with JAS-ANZ, ACIA is preparing to introduce the opportunity for ACIS Certified Providers to apply for a Progress Monitoring Audit. Changes to the Scheme document are currently in the final stages of endorsement from the JAS-AN
Today, Minister for the NDIS, Stuart Robert announced our commitment towards delivering the next phase of the Scheme to give participants more flexibility, control and better service than ever before. Read the full article here: https://mailchi.mp/ndis.gov.au/enewsletterparticipantservicecharter_
MEDIA RELEASE 12 August 2020 NDIS COMMISSION BANS INTEGRITY CARE (SA) LTD The NDIS Quality and Safeguards Commission (NDIS Commission) has revoked the registration and issued a banning order against the care provider of Ms Ann-Marie Smith for a number of contraventions of the National Disability
7 August 2020 The Royal Commission into Aged Care Quality and Safety will hold two hearings in Sydney from 10 to 14 August 2020, first, to inquire into the response to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic in aged care and, secondly, to inquire into aged care accommodation. Due to the pandemic, the
Coronavirus (COVID-19) Preparing for and managing a COVID-19 outbreak in Victoria and New South Wales As the COVID-19 pandemic continues in Victoria and New South Wales, this is a reminder of the guidance available to assist you to prepare for, respond to, and manage an outbreak involving the peo
The risks associated with COVID-19 in Australia are ongoing. Health service organisations are required to prepare and implement an organisation-wide Risk Management Plan to manage and reduce the risks related to the transmission of COVID-19. The Australian Commission on Safety and Quality in Heal
The first NDIS Participant Employment Strategy, which was launched by the Minister for the NDIS, the Hon Stuart Robert MP yesterday. By 2023, NDIS are aiming to have 30% of NDIS participants of working age in employment. That’s an increase of about 7% over the next three years with our current
acia is pleased to release two new Guidelines. Clinical Risk Management for Community Services provides guidance to Service Providers in the community setting on the requirements to proactively manage clinical risks through the development of a Clinical Governance Framework. It aims to ensure t
With aged care clients wanting and having the power of choice, the ability to have better control of their health is more important. Particularly when it comes to better monitoring chronic disease including hypertension, diabetes respiratory and weight conditions. Organisations need to be able to
In 2008, acia pioneered a quality standard and audit scheme, which is now known as the Australian Community Industry Standards (ACIS) 2018. The Australian Community Industry Standards and Scheme focuses on service user outcomes and goals. Our aim is to support the provision of quality services an
At acia, our administrative team has extensive experience in the delivery of quality services. We would like to remind you that we operate an advice line which is absolutely free of charge to acia members, as well as approved certifying body auditors. Applying for membership can really help at yo
NDIS PRICING The NDIS Price Guide and Support Catalogue 2019–20 came into effect yesterday 1/7/19 and price changes are now live in the NDIS payment system. The NDIA would like to note that there are several important updates since the release of earlier versions of these documents, of which ND
On 29 November 2017, the Victorian Parliament passed the Voluntary Assisted Dying Act 2017. From 19 June 2019, Victorians at the end of life who are suffering and who meet strict eligibility criteria will be able to request access to voluntary assisted dying. Voluntary assisted dying means admini
NDIS Quality Auditing Update Last week the NDIS Commission communicated some changes to the NDIS Approved Quality Auditors Scheme. Below is a brief summary of those changes which may or may not directly affect service providers. Reduction in minimum audit duration for stage two audit (section 15)
From 1 July 2019, the Australian Government is introducing a new and simpler Charter of Aged Care Rights (the Charter). This will replace the current charters of aged care rights and responsibilities. The Charter aligns with the Aged Care Quality Standards that also commence on 1 July. Commencing
performHR are one of acia’s strategic partners and have provided the following update on the casual conversion clause written May 9th, 2019. Over the last 12 months, there have been many changes regarding what your obligations as an employer are around casual conversion. One of the changes made
The Morrison Government has moved to significantly strengthen the regulations that apply to the use of physical and chemical restraints in aged care homes. They have moved quickly, working with a group of key stakeholders to inform a regulatory approach to minimise the inappropriate use of restr
acia was one of a number of peak organisations that provided a submission to the Senate Community Affairs References Committee’s inquiry into the effectiveness of the Aged Care Quality Assessment and accreditation framework for protecting residents from abuse and poor practices, as well as ensu
Many people hear the term ‘peak body’ and fail to fully grasp it. Although they may recognise that it refers to a representative entity, they often don’t think much further. acia – the Australian Community Industry Alliance – formerly known as the Attendant Care Industry Association –
The National Disability Agreement was introduced by the Council of Australian Governments, and serves as a high-level agreement between the Australian and state and territory governments. Its purpose is for the provision of disability services. The Productivity Report reviewing the National Disab