In this episode, Scott Lynch (Community Therapy's Founder and Managing Director) and Jacinta Cunningham (AHPRA registered Occupational Therapist, and Learning & Development Lead at Community Therapy) discuss the recent reforms in Australia's aged care funding, focusing on the Support at Home and Home Modifications schemes. They explore challenges, opportunities, and future directions for allied health professionals and care partners navigating this complex landscape. 

 The Support at Home program represents a significant shift in aged care funding, especially with the introduction of the AT and home modifications budget. Unlike previous systems that required older adults to save toward equipment or modifications, this new scheme provides a dedicated budget, streamlining access to essential supports. 

Timestamps

00:00 Introduction to Support at Home and AT Home Mods Budget
01:33 Challenges and Improvements in the AT Home Mods Scheme
06:10 Navigating Early Days of Aged Care Reform
11:17 Concerns Over Capped Prices for Modifications
16:32 The Role of Advocacy in Aged Care
19:35 Understanding the Restorative Care Pathway
26:25 Streamlining Aged Care Services
28:01 Implications of Mandatory Price Caps
34:06 Survival Advice for Aged Care Managers

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