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New Aged Care Act - Updated timeframe for consultation and TG transition services

On 14 December 2023, the Commonwealth Government released the Exposure Draft of the Aged Care Bill 2023 (New Act) and commenced a consultation process.

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Thomson Geer Aged Care Compliance Solutions – template documents for providers

The regulatory landscape for aged care in Australia is rapidly changing, with a large number of legislative changes due to commence on December 1, 2023. Our Health and Aged Care team have created a collection of template documents to assist providers stay ahead of the compliance curve.

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Voluntary Assisted Dying commences 28 November 2023 in New South Wales – update and resources for aged care providers

On 28 November 2023, the Voluntary Assisted Dying Act 2021 (NSW) (VAD Act) will commence in New South Wales.

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Time to update NSW retirement village disclosure statements: Capital Growth Rate for Average Resident Comparison Figure Calculations

Village operators in NSW have been required to include the Average Resident Comparison Figure (ARCF) in all disclosure statements issued to prospective retirement village residents since 1 March 2018.

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Use of surveillance equipment in aged care services

Lawyers are increasingly being called upon to assist providers navigate the challenging issue and risks associated with the installation of surveillance equipment in aged care services.

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Quality Care Advisory Body and Consumer Advisory Body – Latest updates

Existing aged care approved providers are required to establish a Quality Care Advisory Body and a Consumer Advisory Body by 1 December 2023. In this article we explore the matters approved providers should take into account when setting up these bodies.

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Exemptions from the 24/7 RN requirement in residential aged care

From 1 July 2023 residential aged care facilities are required to have at least one registered nurse (RN) on site and on duty at all times. Given current staff shortages and financial pressure on providers, the prospect of this milestone being achieved across the industry seems highly unlikely.

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Thomson Geer Aged Care Insight Report

Thomson Geer’s latest Aged Care Insight Report will soon be available to subscribers of our aged care legislation service.

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Resources for aged care providers with voluntary assisted dying laws due to commence in Queensland

On 1 January 2023, the Voluntary Assisted Dying Act 2021 (Qld) will take effect in Queensland.

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