Living Longer, Living Better – the coming reforms

Aged care changes are coming as part of the Living Longer, Living Better health care reform, put in place recently.

COTA Australia has joined with leading consumer interest groups to protect older Australians against proposed regulation changes.

The Commonwealth Home Support Programme Manual will be an essential document for aged care providers and the government following its release.

The Australian National Commission of Audit has outlined recommendations for the future of the sector over the next few years.

Aged care providers need to be aware of the coming changes to the industry as a result of the 2014-15 budget.

Changes to the co-payment system will likely disadvantage older Australians, especially those receiving care within a facility.

A leading industry body, Leading Age Services Australia, claims that the budget changes could have a negative effect on residents.

Changes are coming to palliative care, including increased funding in the form of a package for volunteers.

Short stays in aged care facilities can often be a good alternative for residents. Providers need to ensure these needs are being met.

Heart disease impacts a number of Australians, having a high fatality rate. A new research boost should provide assistance.