Principles of Person Centred Care Part 1This two part title introduces carers to the values that underpin person-centred care and assists them to develop their understanding of how principles of care should be reflected in their day-to-day practices. Part one explores the values of individuality, rights, choice, privacy, independence, dignity, respect, partnership and confidentiality.
The Equip Aged Care Learning Introductory Package will offer new starters in the aged care workforce, and those seeking employment in the sector, the opportunity to gain essential knowledge about aged care.
Aged and Disability Advocacy Australia (ADA Australia)Aged and Disability Advocacy Australia (ADA Australia) is a not-for-profit, independent, community based advocacy and education service with 30 years’ experience in supporting and improving the well being of older people and people with disability.
Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission - making a complaintMaking a complaint is not ‘being difficult.' Most aged care providers do their best to provide quality care and services for older Australians. However, issues can occur so we need to ensure that people can raise their concerns in a constructive and safe way.
How To Empower The Older People In Aged CareOlder people are required to be empowered to create an umbrella of the circle for currently trending demand changes in the way aged-care services provide.
Older people’s lives are plentiful and distinct, but these circumstances are often reduced when they use aged-care services.
My Aged Care - AdvocacyAn advocate is an impartial person who can support you in a variety of situations – from understanding aged care services or fees through to understanding your rights and managing your aged care.
NSW Health - What is EmpowermentEmpowerment is “the level of choice, influence and control that users of mental health services can exercise over events in their lives.” (World Health Organisations)
Older Persons Advocacy NetworkAcross Australia, there’s a network of independent non-profit organisations giving a voice to older people at every stage of their aged care experience.
Nationally, these organisations come together as members of the Older Persons Advocacy Network, funded by the Australian Government Department of Health, to deliver the National Aged Care Advocacy Program. Our network members provide free, confidential, and independent support to older people seeking or receiving government-funded aged care services, their families, and representatives across Australia.
Senior HelpersThe goal of in-home care at Senior Helpers is to support your wish to remain happy, healthy and independent in your own home. We provide professional and considerate aged care and disability services tailored to your home environment.