LPA Blog
Medication Management: Support for Delivering Services Under Standard 5
As the Aged Care sector transitions to the Support at Home Program, ensuring compliance with Standard 5: Clinical Care has become a critical focus for providers. Preparing your team for the requirements of Standard 5 and the Support at Home Program involves a strategic approach to training, policy development, and fostering a culture of safety and collaboration.
Transitioning to the Support at Home Program: Is Your Organisation Ready?
The transition to the Support at Home Program represents a pivotal moment in the aged care sector, introducing significant changes under the new Aged Care Act. With strengthened quality standards, an increased emphasis on consumer-centred care, and an evolving regulatory environment, aged care providers must prepare to navigate both challenges and opportunities.
How to prepare your team for the New Aged Care Act and Support at Home Program
As the 1 July 2025 deadline for the new Aged Care Act and the Support at Home Program approaches, navigating these changes requires careful planning and a focus on fostering a culture of consumer-centered care, safety, and continuous improvement.
Enhancing Care Management Efficiency: Preparing for the Support at Home Program
The upcoming Support at Home program, launching in July, introduces a new funding model with a 10% care management levy. Providers must now focus on demonstrating the value and effectiveness of their care management efforts.
Support at Home Price Caps pushed to July 2025 – What this means for Providers
The Australian Government’s changes to Support at Home pricing will impact aged care providers from 2025. LPA explains what these changes mean for your organisation, including new pricing requirements, compliance measures, and strategies to maintain sustainability.
Redesigning Your Care Model for a Sustainable Future in Home Care
Do you need help understanding how upcoming changes in the home care sector will affect your organisation? With the introduction of the Aged Care Bill 2024, it's crucial for providers like you to stay informed and proactive. While some aspects of the new bill remain uncertain, taking early steps to prepare can help you remain competitive in the evolving aged care landscape.
Navigating the Changes in Home Care: How the Aged Care Bill 2024 Impacts Home Care providers
Do you need help understanding how upcoming changes in the home care sector will affect your organisation? With the introduction of the Aged Care Bill 2024, it's crucial for providers like you to stay informed and proactive. While some aspects of the new bill remain uncertain, taking early steps to prepare can help you remain competitive in the evolving aged care landscape.
Supporting Complex Care Needs in the Home
We all know that as we age our needs can very quickly become more complex. As providers of government-funded programs it is our responsibility to manage these changes. In home care this can be tricky as we have very limited involvement in care provision and monitoring.
Navigating Aged Care Sector Changes with Trusted Expertise at LPA
In a rapidly evolving care sector, having a reliable partner who understands its intricacies is crucial. At LPA, we don’t just offer training and consultancy services; we are your dedicated partners. At the core, it means we are committed to helping you navigate the complexities of the care sector with confidence.
The Importance of Defensible Documentation in Home Care
Accurate and defensible documentation is the backbone of effective patient management and care coordination. It enables providers to maintain continuity of care by capturing vital information such as patient assessments, treatment plans, medication administration, and progress over time.
Elevating Home Care through Effective Complaints and Incident Handling
Discover how the 4 R's Receive, Respond, Resolve, and Review—can transform your approach to complaints and incident handling in home care. Learn why effective management of complaints is crucial for maintaining trust, ensuring safety, and improving service quality in aged care.
Enhancing Home Care Quality Through Quality Reviews
Effective preparation for a Quality Review involves a comprehensive understanding of the standards and a proactive approach to meeting them. Providers should ensure that all staff members know the upcoming review and are prepared to participate fully.
