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The Department of Health and Aged Care launched the Quality Indicator (QI) Program on 1 July 2019. At that time, all residential aged care providers were to report on 3 mandatory quality indicators. These related to:

• pressure injuries
• physical restraint
• unplanned weight loss

The program was updated and expanded on 1 July 2021 to include:

• medication management
• falls and major injury

On 1 April 2023 there had been a further expansion of the QI Program to add an additional 6 quality indicators.

• activities of daily living
• incontinence care
• hospitalisation
• workforce
• consumer experience
• quality of life

As of 3 July 2023, residential aged care providers must report quality indicator data via a new Quality Indicators App in the Government Provider Management System (GPMS) every three months.

The Department of Health and Aged Care are currently developing the quality indicators for in-home aged care which will consist of:

• up to 5 quality indicators for in-home aged care
• consumer experience and quality of life measures for in-home aged care.

Get into contact with us for any inquiries and in-home aged care requests.

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The Department of Health and Aged Care conducted a webinar on June 30 – Greater transparency about aged care providers and services – new reporting requirements. Beginning October 31 this year, residential care, home care, and transition care providers must report additional details about their operations to the Department of Health and Aged Care on an annual basis. These details, along with information regarding income and expenses for residential aged care providers, will be made available on the My Aged Care website from early 2024.

The purpose of this initiative is to make it easier for older individuals, their families, and caregivers to find comprehensive information about provider operations in one place.

The information that will be included consists of a statement from the governing body confirming compliance with Aged Care legislation, any instances of non-compliance and the actions being taken to rectify them, diversity information concerning the inclusion of representatives from various communities, efforts made to create a diverse and inclusive environment for care recipients and staff, details about common feedback and complaints received by each service, key improvements in service quality, and information regarding the membership of the governing body.

Additionally, providers will be required to share information about any individual in an executive position within their organization, such as a CEO. This information will be published on the My Aged Care website.

To complete the necessary information, providers can access the form through the Government Provider Management System or GPMS. They will need to download and print the Statement for signature, and then upload a scanned version of the signed statement into the relevant section of the Collection Form.

Get into contact with us for any in-home aged care requests.

http://www.gihc.com.au/
1300 912 155, (03) 9863 6149
info@gihc.com.au⁠

As of July 1, there was a Home Care package subsidy increase by 11.9% following the 15% increase in wages for aged care workers.

The below table shows the updated wage increases.

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Get into contact with us for any in-home aged care requests.

http://www.gihc.com.au/
1300 912 155, (03) 9863 6149
info@gihc.com.au⁠

As of July 1, there was a Home Care package subsidy increase by 11.9% following the 15% increase in wages for aged care workers.

The below table shows the updated wage increases.

Click here to see our pricing

Get into contact with us for any in-home aged care requests.

http://www.gihc.com.au/
1300 912 155, (03) 9863 6149
info@gihc.com.au⁠

Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is a common virus that affects the respiratory system and typically causes minor, cold-like symptoms.

There has been a rise in RSV cases across Australia this year, with cases more than doubling from 7,323 to 14,933 cases from the period of Jan 1 to July 1 2022-23 in Victoria.

Experts say that the increase in case numbers is most likely the result of a rise in RSV testing this year as well as an increase in complacency since COVID-19 case numbers have gone down, such as the lack of disinfecting hands, and staying at home when unwell. It is therefore recommended to be careful by taking these precautions.

There is currently no vaccination available in Victoria at this stage, however a vaccine has been approved in the United States which could soon rollout in Australia within 6-12 months.

Get into contact with us for any in-home aged care requests.

http://www.gihc.com.au/
1300 912 155, (03) 9863 6149
info@gihc.com.au⁠

The government is investing $50 million into research primary care innovation. This research will investigate the current primacy care model make improvements which will benefit everyone, especially priority groups, which includes senior Australians, and people in regional and remote areas of Australia, among others.

Primacy care is the first point of contact when someone has concerns about their health, such as GPs, nurse, or other allied health professionals.

The government is also investing $2.2 billion in a new funding program to support Medicare, which will make primary care more accessible and affordable, with a focus on relieving pressure on the hospitals and emergency care across Australia by expanding the primacy care workforce and offering GPs and others in primary care more incentives to remain open for longer.

Get into contact with us for any in-home aged care requests.

http://www.gihc.com.au/
1300 912 155, (03) 9863 6149
info@gihc.com.au⁠

Today we’re raising awareness for world brain tumour day. A tumour is a mass of tissue which has formed due to an accumulation of abnormal cells. Brain tumours can be either malignant (cancerous) or benign (non-cancerous).

Due to the high mortality rate, it’s very important to know what the symptoms so it can be detected early and get treated as soon as possible.

Brain tumours often manifest symptoms such as headaches, alterations in speech or hearing, seizures, difficulties with balance and walking, and sensations of numbness or tingling in the arms or legs. Other indicators of brain tumours can include challenges with recollection and changes in vision or personality.

Get into contact with us for any in-home aged care requests.

http://www.gihc.com.au/
1300 912 155, (03) 9863 6149
info@gihc.com.au⁠

June is Alzheimer’s awareness month. Worldwide, there are more than 55 million people that have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. This June, the Alzheimer’s Association is encouraging people to wear purple and help raise awareness.

Lots of information, research, help & support, and how to get involved can be found on the alzheimer’s association website: https://www.alz.org/alzheimers-dementia/what-is-alzheimers

Get into contact with us for any in-home aged care requests.

http://www.gihc.com.au/
1300 912 155, (03) 9863 6149
info@gihc.com.au⁠