Quality Corner
The new Aged Care Act commences on the 1 of November 2025. This will be the main law that sets out how the Aged Care System operates and will put the rights of Residents at the centre of Aged Care. st
The new Aged Care Act will include a Statement of Rights. This Statement outlines the rights that Residents will have when accessing Aged Care Services. The rights will help to ensure that Residents and their needs are at the centre of the new aged care system. The Statement of Rights includes the right for every Resident to have:
Independence, autonomy, empowerment and freedom of choice. Equitable access. Quality and safe funded aged care services.
Respect for privacy and information. Person-centred communication and the ability to raise issues without reprisal. Advocates, significant personal and social connections.
A fact sheet is available on the Australian Government Department of Health, Disability and Ageing web address which details what is included in the Statement of Rights. www.health.gov.au/sites/default/files/2025-08/a-new-aged-care-act-for-the- rights-of-older-people-easy-read.pdf The Australian Government Department of Health, Disability and Ageing website has many resources available which further explains the
pending changes www.health.gov.au
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