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Updated
26 May 2023
Report,

This report outlines the key findings of the analysis of the food and dining experience surveys conducted by Older Persons Advocacy Network (OPAN) with residents of residential aged care services across Australia.

  

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Updated
25 May 2023
Fact sheet,

This fact sheet provides an overview for providers on the importance of supporting residents to make ongoing, informed choices about their food, drink and dining experience in line with the Aged Care Quality Standards.

 

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Updated
24 May 2023
Fact sheet,

Poor oral health can cause pain, interrupt sleep and affect your ability to eat, drink and speak. It can impact the way you feel about your appearance or general health.

 

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Updated
24 May 2023
Poster,

You must be given the choice to accept risks so you can live the life you choose. The Aged Care Charter of Rights states that you have the right to make choices, even if those choices are a risk to you.

 

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Updated
24 May 2023
Poster,

You have the right to make choices about your life in residential aged care. This includes what you eat, drink and your dining experience. The Aged Care Quality Standards state that you can make informed choices and live the life you choose.

 

thumbnail your right to make choices

Updated
24 May 2023
Fact sheet,

This fact sheet provides guidance for people who access home services through the Home Care Packages Program and what you can do if your provider wants to make changes to your home service arrangement.

 

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Updated
24 May 2023
Video,

Hand hygiene is about cleaning your hands. It is an important part of how you protect yourself from getting sick and it helps to keep you and the person you care for safe. Learn how to clean your hands with sanitiser through this short video.

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Updated
19 May 2023
Guides,

This resource for aged care providers is a guide to the Code of Conduct for Aged Care.

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Updated
19 May 2023
Guides,

This resource for aged care workers and governing persons is a guide to the Code of Conduct for Aged Care.

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Updated
19 May 2023
Video,

This video introduces the provider governance obligations introduced on 1 December 2023.

Screenshot with the words "Aged care reforms" in big letters. From Provider governance - provider responsibilities 1 December 2022 video

Updated
19 May 2023
Webinar,

This document responds to questions put to the Commission at the ‘Regulation of workforce-related responsibilities including 24/7 on site registered nurse and care minutes’ webinar held on 18 April 2023. The information is current as at 17 May 2023.

 

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Updated
18 May 2023
Poster,

Your oral health in aged care – A guide for aged care residents. 

 

thumbnail - caring for your oral health poster

Updated
18 May 2023
Fact sheet,

Good oral health is an important part of your overall health. The health of your mouth and teeth can affect your wellbeing and quality of life.

 

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Updated
18 May 2023
Corporate publications,

This resource outlines our vision to be a world-class regulator as we strengthen our capability, effectiveness and accountability.

 

Stronger Standards, Better Aged Care Program - Vision

Updated
17 May 2023
Poster,

Recognising and responding to signs of mouth and tooth pain in residential aged care A3 poster.

 

thumbnail - know look act oral pain poster

Updated
17 May 2023
Fact sheet,

This fact sheet outlines the steps to recognise and respond to signs of poor oral health in residential aged care.

 

thumbnail - know look act providers

Updated
17 May 2023
Fact sheet,

This fact sheet outlines steps you can take to support residents to manage their oral health.

 

thumbnail - supporting daily oral health staff

Updated
17 May 2023
Fact sheet,

This fact sheet outlines your role as a provider in ensuring your staff have the necessary knowledge and skills to support residents’ daily oral health care.

 

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15 May 2023
Webinar,
Guides,

This document responds to questions put to the Commission at the ‘Aged care sector reforms – current status and what’s next?’ webinar held on 15 December 2022. The information is current as at 15 May 2023.

 

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12 May 2023
Fact sheet,

The resources on this page provide information on supporting partnerships in care. It will assist aged care providers work with partners in care and establish new partnerships.

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