Aged & Community Care Providers Association

The Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission has released its updated Regulatory Strategy for 2024-2025. This foundational document will underpin every action the Commission will take, and outlines what the Commission expects from aged care providers and what providers can expect from the Commission. Find out more about it in our latest issue of Aged Care Today > https://lnkd.in/gHgZuT2U #AgedCareToday #AgedCare

Great to see our CEO featured on the cover of The Source - Saturday, sharing insights into the aged care reform journey we've embarked on> https://lnkd.in/gbiKc97h

Last Monday, 21 October, our CEO Tom Symondson had the honour of delivering a keynote address at the Aged Care Association NZ National Conference. Tom shared insights on Australia’s historic aged care reforms and led a panel session on AI's transformative potential in healthcare. It was a whirlwind week of impactful discussions, preceding our own ACCPA National Conference, where Tom’s presentations inspired many among the 2,400+ attendees. Thank you Tom, for your dedication to growing and advancing aged care across borders. #ACAConference2024

Our 'Care Management for Home Care providers' workshop is just two weeks away. Care management is a mandatory service for clients receiving government subsidised home care services. This workshop introduces the role of care management and the knowledge, processes and tools required to care for older people. We will look at real-world case studies which highlight the importance of good quality assessment, care planning and monitoring. Learn more and register now > https://lnkd.in/gUbUGy88 #ACCPAWorkshop #AgedCare #HomeCare

There is still time remaining to register for our 'Professional Boundaries and Ethics in Aged Care' webinar. Designed to support frontline aged care workforce delivering care in both residential and home and community settings, this webinar includes information about professional boundaries, professional behaviours, and the role of ethical decision-making in guiding everyday care. Learn more and register here > https://lnkd.in/gYRK8zTx #ACCPAWebinar #AgedCare #Ethics

That's a wrap! Our CEO, Tom Symondson, delivered a fantastic summary of what has been an unforgettable three-day conference. With over 90 sessions packed with insights, discussions, and innovations, there was plenty to learn, explore, and take back to our communities. The engagement was incredible - thank you to our audience for asking thoughtful questions and driving impactful conversations. This year we introduced a spotlight on retirement living and seniors housing, bringing new perspectives to the forefront. A huge thank you to our exhibitors, sponsors, and to the 70+ ACCPA team members who attended and supported the event. And a very special shoutout to our ACCPA Events Team of just four members who delivered our most successful conference yet! We can’t wait to see you at next year's national conference on the Gold Coast from 30 September - 2 October 2025! #ACCPANC24 #AgeofExcellence #AgedCare

I spoke with Tom Symondson on the sidelines of Aged & Community Care Providers Association National Conference in Adelaide today for Australian Ageing Agenda about his key takeaways for #agedcare providers from #ACCPANC24 & the peak changing its name to #AgeingAustralia

The second half of day 3 featured more insightful sessions on retirement living and seniors housing, as well as eight concurrent sessions covering Assessment of Financial Housing Models, Regional, Rural and Remote Business Strategies, Community and Allied Health, Board Composition – Getting it Right, Palliative Care Excellence, Workforce Retention and Innovation – Enhancing Care Delivery. The day concluded with two panel sessions on building trust to foster confidence in aged care and the Aged Care Act—where consumer rights differ from human rights. Keynote speaker Leigh Sales AM shared insights on backing yourself, resilience, and life lessons from her 25 years in journalism. #ACCPANC24 #AgeofExcellence #AgedCare

On day three of our national conference, we’re shining a strategic spotlight on Retirement Living and Seniors Housing. With opening from ACCPA's Director Retirement Living & Seniors Housing, Mark Prosser and CEO Tom Symondson kicking off the session. Chris Baynes, CEO, DCM Group spoke on State of the Nation. We then heard from a canadian perspective on senior housing and home care from Cathy Hecimovich, CEO, Ontario Retirement Communities Association. The morning also saw Senator the Hon Anne Ruston speak about the oppositions vision for aged care. The first panel session on the day saw aged care leaders discuss how providers an prepare for the new Aged Care Act. We also heard from Aged Care Quality and Safety Commissioner on how they can work together with providers to shape better care. The next panel session experts discussed the Act's importance, emphasising why a rights-based Act is critical. It was also highlighted that whilst the Act is crucial, it is only the beginning of broader reform efforts. #ACCPANC24 #AgeofExcellence #AgedCare

Explore the 190+ exhibitors at the ACCPA National Conference! This expansive space is filled with exciting opportunities. Watch the video below to see some of the fun activities and networking experiences waiting for you with our exhibitors. #ACCPANC24 #AgeofExcellence #AgeCare