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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

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

The support at home program is a new in-home aged care program planned to be implemented by 1 July 2025. The new program is an overhaul of the current in-home care program and aims of addressing several current issues with the current program.

In-home care programs such as the Commonwealth Home Support Program (CHSP) and the Home Care Package Program (HCP), will continue until June 30, 2025.

The following Issues are being addressed in the new program for in-home aged care.

• Wait times are too long.
• Application process is confusing.
• High fees
• Services are not always well targeted.
• Seniors do not always get all the help they need

More options and control over services – give people the choice between working with one or several providers. Seniors may use this option to get the care that best suits their needs. To make paying service providers easier, this might entail a new payment platform.

The new program will aim to develop realistic prices for each service that include administration, travel, and other costs.

In the new program, service providers will have extra funds in a funding pool at their disposal to meet the changing needs of their clients under the new scheme. For instance, if an individual requires temporary transportation, their provider may use funds from the funding pool to cover the cost of these extra services.

For more information, visit: https://www.health.gov.au/resources/publications/a-new-program-for-in-home-aged-care-summary

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

Aged Care Learning Information Solution – Alis. Alis is an interactive online learning tool that helps those working in the aged care sector understand their responsibilities and offer safe, high-quality care.

The ‘Welcome to Aged Care’ series offers aged care workers with the following information: 

• Information about the Commission
• Responsibility that aged care staff and providers have in delivering safe and excellent care to older Australians.
•  Resources to assist them in their work.

Popular modules include:

• Welcome to Aged Care
• Aged Care Quality Standards
• Serious Incident Response Scheme (SIRS)
• Clinical governance.

Other online modules include: 

• Introduction to the Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission
• Introduction to the Charter of Aged Care Rights
• Introduction to complaints.

• Online workshops on a number of topics including Effective Incident Management Systems, and home services – 5 key areas of risk.

Providers may regulate access, grant employees access to free learning materials, and monitor reports on their employees’ educational progress.

When employed by an approved provider, learners have access to free educational materials; otherwise, they must pay for such materials.

Businesses that are neither authorised service providers or approved providers might nonetheless give their employees access to premium content.

There are workshops available through Alis, such as Incident Management System (IMS) obligations, Serious Incident Response Scheme (SIRS) in residential and home services.

You can register for sessions through the Commission’s Aged Care Learning Information Solution (Alis) platform.

To register or access Alis, please go to the Aged Care Learning Information Solution (Alis) website. 

For more information, resources, and to sign up, visit the aged care quality website:

https://learning.agedcarequality.gov.au/  

Get into contact with us for any in-home aged care requests and to make a referral, visit: https://www.gihc.com.au/referral/ 

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

The federal budget was released last week with some which brought some welcome news. The aged care sector will receive a $5.06 billion increase in funding this year compared to last year, coming to $36.03 billion.

An additional 9,500 home care packages will be made available over the next 12 months, at a cost of $166.8 million.

There is a considerable increase in funding for residential aged care in an effort to help with the current staffing crisis. There have been 23 nursing homes that have closed since the 24/7 registered nurse onsite mandate came into action late last year, which is a year earlier than what was recommended by the royal commission.

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 is World Thyroid Day, so we’re raising awareness for Thyroid disorder’s problems, their causes, and treatment available.

The thyroid’s main function is to control the body’s metabolism and thyroid disorders prevent the thyroid gland from producing enough hormones.

 Thyroid problems can result in either too little or too much thyroxine and triiodothyronine production.

Thyroid problems can lead to symptoms such as brain fog, hair loss, slow metabolism, bloating, heartburn, high blood pressure among others.

For more information about Thyroid disorder  and how to get involved, visit the Australian Thyroid Foundation https://thyroidfoundation.org.au/World-Thyroid-Day

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