Supporter Magazine: Spring 2023

Leading the way with dementia care research

AnglicareSA’s Trott Park and Elizabeth East residential aged care sites have joined with the University of South Australia in a research project focussing on dementia care. Titled Critical Dementia Pathways: Transforming Dementia Care , the UniSA project is being conducted in collaboration with the Rosemary Bryant AP Research Centre and has resulted in the development of dedicated Dementia Care Teams. The teams – consisting of employees, including management, clinical, and care staff – ensure a comprehensive and holistic approach to dementia care and have been educated on the principles of Dementia Care Pathways. The program pathways have been integrated into high-risk meetings, where identified risks are appropriately triaged and referred to specialists as required, allowing for early intervention and targeted support to minimise

Our dedicated Dementia Care Teams consist of management, clinical, and care employees like Raksha, Christine, Simran, and Claudette

The goal is to improve the quality of life for residents living with dementia through promoting their wellbeing. Graydn Spinks, Executive General Manager, Aged Care Services, said the Dementia Care Teams were highly motivated and committed to this research project. “They are proud of the work accomplished so far and are enthusiastic about the positive changes they have observed,” said Graydn.

“The research project is progressing well. UniSA anticipates finalising it by the end of this year and everyone is excited about the potential impact of the project and the anticipated positive outcomes on resident care.” Publication of the research project is provisionally scheduled for January 2024.

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Technology and Transformation EGM appointed

Freya Newton has been appointed as Executive General Manager, Technology and Transformation for AnglicareSA.

Freya was previously AnglicareSA’s Head of Technology and Transformation. She brings with her a wealth of experience from her previous roles within the technology sector over many years and a strong dedication to leading AnglicareSA into the next phase of its journey in this space.

Freya is passionate about technology and will continue to provide strategic leadership focusing on delivering quality solutions and outcomes for our employees and customers in an ever changing environment.

Freya Newton

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