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Fact sheet - Principles of safe and high-quality transitions of care

Fact sheet - Principles of safe and high-quality transitions of care

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This resource outlines the principles for safe and high-quality transitions of care, emphasising person-centred care, multidisciplinary collaboration, and effective communication. It highlights the need for secure documentation, continuity of care, and coordination among healthcare teams to make sure smooth transitions and minimise risks during transfers between care providers. 

This resource may refer to information that will be updated from 1 November 2025 to align with the new Aged Care Act and Quality Standards.

Author
Australian Commission On Safety And Quality In Health Care
Standard
3: The Care and Services
7: The Residential Community
Outcomes
3.4: Planning and coordination of funded aged care services
7.2: Transitions
Fact sheet - Principles of safe and high-quality transitions of care

This is not a Commission publication. Any views are those of the author. You are responsible for considering this in context, based on your circumstances and the Aged Care Act 2024 (Cth) requirements. See Terms of Use .