Module 4 in the new Aged Care Act eLearning series, Reflecting and Adjusting, is now available. This module: ✔️ supports providers and workers to embed reflective practice into their day-to-day activities ✔️ supports providers to lead their workforce and encourage a culture of continuous improvement ✔️ provides workers with practical information on understanding transition and continuity. There are also tools available to help reflect on practice. For more information, see the comments below. 👇
Australian Government Department of Health, Disability and Ageing
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Australia’s health system is world class, supporting universal and affordable access to high quality medical, pharmaceutical and hospital services, while helping people to stay healthy through health promotion and disease prevention activities. The Department of Health has a diverse set of responsibilities, but throughout there is a common purpose, which is reflected in our Vision statement: Better health and wellbeing for all Australians. The Department uses social media to share links and information about health policies and programs. Information about the Department's guidelines and moderation of social media accounts can be found at www.health.gov.au/using-our-websites/social-media You can also follow the department on: - Twitter: www.twitter.com/healthgovau - Facebook: www.facebook.com/pg/healthgovau - Instagram: www.instagram.com/healthgovau/ - YouTube: www.youtube.com/@healthgovau We aim to achieve our Vision through strengthening evidence-based policy advising, improving programme management, research, regulation and partnerships with other government agencies, consumers and stakeholders. We deliver on our vision through our people. One of our strengths is our proud culture of teams working together to get things done swiftly, collegiality and professionally. ‘Our way’ means: • Leaders being clear on their expectations on ‘how’ we do business • Allowing people to deliver high quality work in tight timeframes by sharing information and expectations upfront • Supporting each other to learn and use new skills to build our capability • Identifying and managing risks strategically while also being innovative • Expecting high quality professional performance from each other • Looking outside the Department’s own viewpoint to work with the community and listen to their views.
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The Australian Government has announced new consumer protections for Support at Home participants. These are in addition to protections already in place to ensure reasonable prices and quality services for older people receiving in-home aged care. The government also announced it is deferring the implementation of price caps for Support at Home services until there is greater confidence in the stability of the aged care market. Providers must continue to: ✅ ensure prices are reasonable, transparent and clearly explained ✅ publish all prices on the My Aged Care website and their own website ✅ keep clear records showing what their prices include. With the Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission, we will continue to monitor pricing and take regulatory action where required. For more information, see the comments below. 👇
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The End-of-Life Pathway supports older people diagnosed with 3 months or less to live and who wish to remain at home. It provides funding for services such as nursing care, help around the house and other services based on the participant’s support plan. As a Support at Home provider, you play an important role in helping your current participants get the care and support they need through this pathway. This means supporting them with: 🔶 a quick transition to this pathway once they’re approved 🔶 a care plan and budget, with regular discussions to review and adjust care as needs change 🔶 coordination between medical practitioners and any state or territory palliative care services. Participants can access this funding for up to 16 weeks. If they need care beyond this period, you can request a support plan review to help them move to ongoing Support at Home funding. Learn more about the End of Life Pathway – see the comments below. 👇
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Vaccines used in Australia undergo rigorous assessment by the Therapeutic Goods Administration to ensure they meet strict standards for safety, quality and effectiveness. Like all medicines, vaccines can have side effects, but the benefits of vaccination in preventing serious disease far outweigh the risks. Importantly, vaccine safety monitoring continues even after vaccines are approved and included on the National Immunisation Program. Providing families with clear, evidence-based information helps build confidence in routine childhood immunisation. For more information, see the comments below. 👇 #ChildhoodImmunisation #Vaccination #NationalImmunisationProgram #Immunisation
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Grant applications are now open for the Support at Home Pooled Funding Trial. Up to 10 eligible providers will be selected to take part in the trial to explore whether flexible pooled funding models can support high-quality, person-centred care. We encourage applications from providers delivering services in: ✔️ retirement villages ✔️ rural and remote areas ✔️ First Nations communities ✔️ culturally diverse communities ✔️ shared housing for people at risk of homelessness. Applications close at 2pm (AEDT) on 29 May 2026. To learn more and apply, see the comments below.
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Do you work with older people experiencing social isolation or loneliness? The Aged Care Volunteer Visitors Scheme helps provide friendship to older people who feel lonely or isolated. If you know an older person who would enjoy visits from a volunteer visitor, you can recommend them for the scheme. For more information, see the comments below. 👇🏼
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The Medical Research Future Fund’s 2026 Traumatic Brain Injury grant opportunity is offering up to $5 million to support research that will improve the care and outcomes for all Australians living with traumatic brain injury. The funding will support projects that focus on: ♥improving acute care and long-term outcomes for people with moderate to severe traumatic brain injury 👩⚕️increasing the uptake of, and access to, best practice care for people with mild traumatic brain injury. Key dates: Minimum data due: 20 May 2026 Applications close: 17 June 2026 For more information, see the comments below 👇
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Do you work in aged care or design? Join our webinar on designing culturally safe aged care homes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. In this session we will cover: 🔹culturally safe, trauma-aware and healing informed design 🔹strategies for community engagement. 📅 Thursday 28 May 2026 ⏰ 2 pm to 3 pm AEST Register using the link in the comments below. 👇 #AgedCareDesign #DementiaFriendly #AgedCareReform
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Vaccination plays an important role in protecting babies and children from serious diseases, hospitalisation and complications from illnesses such as measles, diphtheria and pneumococcal disease. Australia’s National Immunisation Program (NIP) provides free routine vaccines for children aged 0 to 4 years, based on expert clinical advice, and rigorous safety and effectiveness assessments. The NIP schedule is carefully designed to provide protection at the age's children need it most. Health professionals and organisations can help families stay informed by sharing trusted information and encouraging timely vaccination. For more information, see the comments below. 👇
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The maternal respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) vaccine is available for eligible people under the National Immunisation Program (NIP).🤰 RSV is a serious disease for newborn babies and infants. It infects the nose, throat and lungs, and is a leading cause of infant hospitalisation. Abrysvo® is the only RSV vaccine approved for pregnancy and your patients may seek information from you. The RSV vaccine is recommended for between 28 to 36 weeks of pregnancy, and it protects newborn babies from RSV. 🗓️ Patients can receive free NIP vaccines if they have, or are eligible for, a Medicare card. For more information, see the comments below. 👇
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