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
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