Department of Health
A new Act is being introduced in response to a recommendation by the .
The new Act will put the rights and needs of older people at the centre of aged care. It will change how aged care services are delivered to older people in their homes, community settings and residential care homes.
We welcome feedback on the draft law from everyone with an interest in aged care, including:
- older people, their families and carers
- aged care providers
- aged care workers
- advocates and representatives
- researchers
- experts.
To get involved in the consultation, read the:
- .
You can then give us your feedback by:
- attending a
- completing the
- sending us an .
Public consultation closes on Friday 16 February 2024.
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