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SUMMARY:Sydney North Primary Health Network: Aged Care Reform Explained: The Transition to Support at Home (online)
DESCRIPTION:This final session in our aged care webinar series builds on the foundational knowledge of at-home aged care services and funded programs explored in the first two webinars. With the upcoming implementation of the Support at Home Program on 1 November\, this session will focus on what the reforms mean for patients\, families\, and healthcare providers. \nParticipants will gain clarity on how the new program will replace Home Care Packages\, how eligibility and assessment will operate under the new system\, and what changes existing Home Care Package recipients can expect. The session will also address the most frequently asked questions about aged care under the new Aged Care Act\, equipping GPs and healthcare staff to guide patients with confidence during this period of transition. \nTopics Covered: \n\nOverview of Support at Home and its key differences from Home Care Packages\nImplications for existing Home Care Package recipients and continuity of care\nAssessment\, funding allocation and co-contributions under the Support at Home model\nCommon patient and family questions about the reforms and the new Aged Care Act\n\nLearning Outcomes: \n\n\n\n\nExplain the purpose\, structure\, and key features of Support at Home\nUnderstand what the transition will mean for current Home Care Packages recipients\nUnderstand the new assessment and funding processes under the Support at Home model.\nAnticipate and respond to common patient and family concerns about the reforms and the new Aged Care Act\nIntegrate knowledge of aged care reforms into clinical practice to ensure continuity of care and effective patient advocacy.\n\nAudience: GPs\, Health Professionals and their staff working in the Sydney North Primary Health Network region \n\n\n\nRegister here
URL:https://sector.yourside.org.au/event/sydney-north-primary-health-network-aged-care-reform-explained-the-transition-to-support-at-home-online/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20251022T110000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20251022T123000
DTSTAMP:20260406T200144
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SUMMARY:National CHSP Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Cultural Safety: Community of Practice (online)
DESCRIPTION:Join a national community of CHSP providers committed to meaningful change. The new Aged Care Act enshrines the right for older people to receive aged care services that are culturally safe\, culturally appropriate\, trauma-aware\, and healing-informed; and for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people a right to opportunities and assistance to stay connected to their community\, Country and Island Home. \nBeyond box ticking and optics\, this is about the slow and at times challenging work of bringing about meaningful cultural change within CHSP organisations and strengthening relationships for improved care for older Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people\, families\, and communities. \nEvent Series Dates and times: \n·       22nd October 2025\, 12:00 to 1:30pm AEDT \n·       28th January 2026\, 12:00 to 1:30pm AEDT \n·       29th April 2026\, 12:00 to 1:30pm AEST \nRegister here
URL:https://sector.yourside.org.au/event/national-chsp-aboriginal-and-torres-strait-islander-cultural-safety-community-of-practice-online/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20251022T110000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20251022T123000
DTSTAMP:20260406T200144
CREATED:20251007T013255Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251007T013404Z
UID:10000894-1761130800-1761136200@sector.yourside.org.au
SUMMARY:Last-minute reforms check-in for CHSP and Home Care providers (online)
DESCRIPTION:Are you ready for implementation of the new Aged Care Act on 1 November? \nWhat have you found particularly challenging? \nJoin us for a last-minute readiness check-in\, \n\nTick off your readiness checklist\nGet good ideas on how to be prepared\nShare implementation strategies with other providers\nFind out where you can get extra support\nPlenty of time to ask your curly questionsThis webinar is a collaboration between Sector Support providers at STARS\, Canterbury City Council and Advance Diversity Services.\n\nFacilitator Paul Sadler \nEnquiries Leonie: 9750 9344 or leonie.puckeridge@4cs.org.au  \nRegister here
URL:https://sector.yourside.org.au/event/last-minute-reforms-check-in-for-chsp-and-home-care-providers-online/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20251022T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20251022T110000
DTSTAMP:20260406T200144
CREATED:20250923T060141Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250923T060141Z
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SUMMARY:Home Care: The strengthened Quality Standards - Preparing for the changes
DESCRIPTION:Free online live-learning session delivered by the Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission. \nA facilitated session which supports managers\, educators and leaders from Australian government-funded home services providers to consider the requirements of the strengthened Quality Standards (the Standards) in the context of a real-life scenario. \nThe session uses a detailed case study to explore the application of the Standards and key considerations for providers. While specific Outcomes and Actions are considered as part of the case study\, we will not be discussing the application of the Standards to individual service settings. The session does not cover all the Outcomes and Actions of the Standards\, but draws on key elements relevant to the case study as an example of how providers might consider their obligations. The session provides opportunities to discuss approaches and ideas with other participants. \nRegister here \nYou can register for sessions through the Commission’s Aged Care Learning Information Solution (Alis) platform.
URL:https://sector.yourside.org.au/event/home-care-the-strengthened-quality-standards-preparing-for-the-changes-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Aged Care Quality and Safety Commissioner
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20251021T140000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20251021T153000
DTSTAMP:20260406T200144
CREATED:20251007T082501Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251007T082501Z
UID:10000897-1761055200-1761060600@sector.yourside.org.au
SUMMARY:A new chapter for aged care from 1 November (webinar)
DESCRIPTION:Webinar from the Department of Health\, Disability and Ageing. \nThis webinar gives aged care providers support to manage the transition to the new Aged Care Act\, Support at Home program\, new regulatory model and strengthened Aged Care Quality Standards. \nJoin this webinar to help you: \n\nmanage the transition\nunderstand next steps\nask questions and get practical guidance.\n\nThis webinar is for aged care providers and will focus on support\, transition and Q&As. \nRegister here
URL:https://sector.yourside.org.au/event/a-new-chapter-for-aged-care-from-1-november-webinar/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Aged Care Quality and Safety Commissioner,Department of Health Disability and Ageing
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20251021T140000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20251021T150000
DTSTAMP:20260406T200144
CREATED:20251014T234528Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251014T234528Z
UID:10000903-1761055200-1761058800@sector.yourside.org.au
SUMMARY:A new chapter for aged care from 1 November 2025 (webinar)
DESCRIPTION:The Department of Health\, Disability and Ageing is joined by the Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission\, Services Australia and Ageing Australia.  \nThe new Aged Care Act\, Support of Home program\, new regulatory model\, and strengthened Quality Standards put older people at the centre of aged care. \nJoin this webinar to help you: \n\nmanage the transition\nunderstand next steps\nask questions and get practical guidance.\n\nThis webinar is for aged care providers and will focus on support\, transition and Q&As.  \nRegister here
URL:https://sector.yourside.org.au/event/a-new-chapter-for-aged-care-from-1-november-2025-webinar/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Aged Care Quality and Safety Commissioner,Department of Health Disability and Ageing
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20251017T130000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20251017T143000
DTSTAMP:20260406T200144
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SUMMARY:Governance and obligations: Support at Home online workshop
DESCRIPTION:EY will be holding a series of free Support at Home online workshops to assist providers in preparing for transition on 1 November 2025. These workshops are aimed at sharing practical tips\, tools and guidance to providers on key areas of concern identified through the Aged Care Business and Workforce Advisory Service. For any questions contact agedcareadvisory@au.ey.com \nRegister here \nProviders can select to participate in workshops that are most relevant to their needs: \nManaging Costs and Setting Prices\nUnderstanding cost drivers under Support at Home and how to set prices\nThurs 25 September 2025\, 2:00pm to 3:30pm (AEST)\nTuesday 7 October 2025\, 2:30pm to 4:00pm (AEST) \nApproaches to Business Cost-Out\nIdentifying cost reduction opportunities\nThursday 9 October 2025\, 11:30am – 1:30pm (AEST) \nGovernance and obligations\nNavigating governance requirements under the strengthened aged care standards\nFriday 17 October 2025\, 1:00pm – 2:30pm (AEST) \nDigital Uplift\nReadiness for digital reporting obligations and broader technical basics\nFriday 24 October 2025\, 1:30pm – 3:00pm (AEST) \nWorkforce Management\nStrengthening approaches to attract and retain staff and deliver workforce training\nFriday 7 November\, 1:00pm – 2:30pm (AEST) \nDeveloping Growth Strategies \nIdentifying opportunities for organisational growth\nThursday 27 November\, 2:30pm – 4:00pm (AEST) \n  \n 
URL:https://sector.yourside.org.au/event/governance-and-obligations-support-at-home/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20251016T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20251016T110000
DTSTAMP:20260406T200144
CREATED:20251007T052717Z
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UID:10000896-1760607000-1760612400@sector.yourside.org.au
SUMMARY:Developing a Service Agreement in CHSP (online)
DESCRIPTION:Anita Courtney- Principal at Russell Kennedy Lawyers will guide you through the development of a CHSP Service Level Agreement. \n\nWhat the Aged Care Rules say you must include in a CHSP client agreement\nOther important clauses to consider\nThe other information you must give to clients\nHow to “vary” client agreements\n\n\n\nFree for CHSP providers\n$60 for non-CHSP providers\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister here
URL:https://sector.yourside.org.au/event/developing-a-service-agreement-in-chsp-online/
LOCATION:Online
GEO:-25.274398;133.775136
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20251015T140000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20251015T153000
DTSTAMP:20260406T200144
CREATED:20250807T084745Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250807T084745Z
UID:10000860-1760536800-1760542200@sector.yourside.org.au
SUMMARY:Trauma Aware\, Healing Informed Care for Forgotten Australians and Care Leavers (webinar)
DESCRIPTION:Free training webinars are available for aged care staff on Trauma Aware\, Healing Informed Aged Care for Forgotten Australians and Care Leavers. With the Strengthened Standards and new legislative requirements to provide trauma aware\, healing informed aged care\, this work is more important than ever. The Real Care the Second Time Around Project worked alongside people who identify as Forgotten Australians or Care Leavers to co-design the training and resources. \nReal Care the Second Time Around Project\nThis webinar is part of the Real Care the Second Time Around project\, designed to support aged care providers to provide trauma aware services for care leavers\, and to give Care Leavers practical information about the questions they can ask and what to expect in aged care. The resources and training are free and are available at www.realcaretoolkit.com.au. The training and resources will assist any provider wishing to apply for specialisation under the Verification Framework. The Real Care the Second Time Around Project has been developed by Helping Hand Aged Care\, Relationships Australia South Australia and Flinders University. \nForgotten Australians and Care Leavers*\nForgotten Australians and Care Leavers refers to the 500\,000 children that were placed into institutional and out-of-home care in Australia in the last century. Of this group\, 7\,000 were former child migrants\, 50\,000 were indigenous children from the Stolen Generations and over 440\,000 were non-indigenous children.  Forgotten Australians and Care Leavers often face barriers to accessing aged care and the idea of requiring care as they age can be deeply retraumatising as their experiences as children in care were often traumatic.\n*We respect that not everyone will identify with the terminology ‘Forgotten Australians’. \nAudience: The training is suitable for everyone working in aged care. While there is a focus on residential care\, the learnings also apply to home care. \nCost: Free to attend \nAny questions\, please contact clewis@helpinghand.org.au \nMultiple Dates: Each of the following webinars are the same – you only need to attend once. \nWednesday 20 August 2025\, 1:00pm to 2:30pm Sydney time (here)\nWednedsay 17 September 2025\, 1:00pm to 2:30pm Sydney time (here)\nFriday 15 October 2025\, 2:00pm to 3:30pm Sydney time (here)\nWednesday 26 November 2025\, 2:00pm to 3:30pm Sydney time (here)\nWednesday 10 December 2025\, 2:00pm to 3:30pm Sydney time (here)
URL:https://sector.yourside.org.au/event/trauma-aware-healing-informed-care-for-forgotten-australians-and-care-leavers-webinar-october/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20251015T130000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20251015T134500
DTSTAMP:20260406T200144
CREATED:20251009T063716Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251009T063716Z
UID:10000901-1760533200-1760535900@sector.yourside.org.au
SUMMARY:Sydney North Primary Health Network: Integrating Health and Aged Care: Support Plans and Referral Pathways (online)
DESCRIPTION:Your Side Australia and the Northen Sydney Primary Health Network are collaborating to present the second of three webinars. In this webinar\, participants will be building on the foundations established in the first webinar\, taking a deeper dive into the major aged care funded programs\, unpacking their inclusions and exclusions\, and exploring how GPs and healthcare staff can use existing health system supports to complement aged care packages. \nTopics covered: \n\nDetailed overview of aged care funded programs: scope\, inclusions\, and exclusions\nComplementary supports available through the health system to strengthen aged care planning\nPractical approaches to integrating health and aged care supports in a coordinated plan\nBest practice in linking patients to services and making effective referrals\n\nLearning Outcomes: \n\n\n\n\nIdentify the range of government-subsidised and privately funded aged care services available to patients in their homes.\nInterpret the eligibility criteria and processes for the major aged care funding streams\, including Commonwealth Home Support Programme (CHSP) and Home Care Packages (HCP).\nAdvise patients and families on practical steps for accessing aged care services and navigating referral systems.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAudience: GPs\, Health Professionals and their staff working in the Sydney North Primary Health Network region \n\n\n\nRegister here
URL:https://sector.yourside.org.au/event/integratinghealthandagedcaresupportplans/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20251014T160000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20251014T170000
DTSTAMP:20260406T200144
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250923T124705Z
UID:10000884-1760457600-1760461200@sector.yourside.org.au
SUMMARY:Updating the Dementia Clinical Practice Guidelines and Principles of Care (webinar)
DESCRIPTION:Monash University is holding a webinar about updating the Dementia Clinical Practice Guidelines and Principles of Care. \nThe webinar is for people: \n\nworking in dementia care\, support and research\nliving with dementia\, their families and carers\ninterested in dementia.\n\nJoin the webinar to:\n\nhear a project update\nmeet some of the clinicians and researchers involved in developing the guidelines\nlearn more about the considerations shaping the guidelines and the role of allied health.\n\nRegister here
URL:https://sector.yourside.org.au/event/updating-the-dementia-clinical-practice-guidelines-and-principles-of-care-webinar/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20251014T140000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20251014T160000
DTSTAMP:20260406T200144
CREATED:20250924T064345Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T064345Z
UID:10000887-1760450400-1760457600@sector.yourside.org.au
SUMMARY:Carers & Centrelink: webinar for community workers
DESCRIPTION:Want to gain a better understanding of Centrelink payments for people who are caring for others who are frail\, ill\, injured or have a disability? There are a number of different Centrelink payments intended for people who have taken on a caring role. These include Carer Payment\, Carer Allowance and Child Disability Assistance Payment. \nWelfare Rights Centre is running a free webinar covers the qualification and eligibility requirements associated with each payment\, including rules about levels of care and frequency of respite. \nSpeakers outline the Centrelink assessment tools used and the type of medical evidence needed. We also address the relevant residency rules\, income and assets tests\, and other factors that may affect each payment. Finally\, our session includes information about support services within Centrelink\, particularly the role of Centrelink social workers\, and what to do if your claim is rejected- including where to go for help. \nTarget audience: Community workers\, social workers\, community/social work students\, intake staff and volunteers and lawyers \nRegister here
URL:https://sector.yourside.org.au/event/carers-centrelink-webinar-for-community-workers/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20251014T140000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20251014T150000
DTSTAMP:20260406T200144
CREATED:20250930T054729Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250930T054729Z
UID:10000892-1760450400-1760454000@sector.yourside.org.au
SUMMARY:Lens on Standards: Communicating with Culturally Diverse Older People
DESCRIPTION:The new Aged Care Act is explicit about the right of the individual to use their preferred language or method of communication\, with access to interpreters and communication aids as required. \nThe Strengthened Aged Care Quality Standards are also clear about the role of appropriate communication with the individual to ensure a safe and high-quality experience of services and care. \nThis webinar explores key approaches\, and the translating and interpreting resources\, to meet these requirements for effective cross-cultural communication with the older person in their preferred language. \nRegister here
URL:https://sector.yourside.org.au/event/lens-on-standards-communicating-with-culturally-diverse-older-people/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20251014T113000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20251014T143000
DTSTAMP:20260406T200144
CREATED:20250923T131641Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250923T131641Z
UID:10000885-1760441400-1760452200@sector.yourside.org.au
SUMMARY:Multicultural Aged Care Symposium: Language\, Rights and Access
DESCRIPTION:Language\, Rights and Access: Innovation and Best Practice in Intercultural Communication\, An Interdisciplinary Approach \nThe New Aged Care Act\, a rights-based framework commencing 1 November 2025\, will transform aged care by embedding the rights of older people – independence\, autonomy\, privacy\, and safe\, quality care at its core. Join us at the MAC Symposium as we unpack the policy mandates and obligations shaping equitable and culturally inclusive service delivery\, explore communication and interpreter access challenges\, and highlight best practice strategies such as bilingual/bicultural workers and culturally appropriate assessment. \nThis is your opportunity to gain expert insights into the legal and social impacts for your organisation and engage in dialogue on building a fair\, sustainable and quality aged care system. \nOur exciting line-up of speakers includes: \n\nDr. Erika Gonzalez Garcia (Associate Professor in Translating and Interpreting and Senior Fellow at Advance HE)\nMelanie Metz (Deputy Commissioner\, Sector Capability and Regulatory Strategy\, Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission)\nCecilia Chiolero (PICAC Manager\, COTA NT)\,\nStephen Donald (Care Finder\, Country & Outback Health)\nConsumer advocates\, aged care assessors\, and more to be announced.\n\nRegister here
URL:https://sector.yourside.org.au/event/multicultural-aged-care-symposium-language-rights-and-access/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20251014T110000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20251014T123000
DTSTAMP:20260406T200144
CREATED:20251009T061305Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251009T061305Z
UID:10000898-1760439600-1760445000@sector.yourside.org.au
SUMMARY:Workforce Planning for home care providers
DESCRIPTION:Join us for this exclusive\, two-part online HR Roundtable series tailored for aged care service providers\, that will equip your team with the tools\, insights\, and strategies to strengthen workforce planning and meet evolving compliance standards. These sessions are designed for HR professionals of aged care service providers who are new to the role or who are seeking to gain new insights. \nWhy come along?  \nBy the end of the series\, participants will: \n\nDeepen their understanding of workforce planning in the aged care context\n\n\nStrengthen strategic HR capabilities\n\n\nLearn key compliance requirements of the New Aged Care Act 2024 and Final Aged Care Standards.\n\n\nGain key skills in unpacking your staffing needs\, how to identify key gaps\, and build strategies to address potential challenges or gaps\n\nThe sessions will be led by expert facilitators Cynthia Payne and Sarah Marciano of Anchor Excellence. \n  \nDates: Tuesday 14th and Tuesday 21st October 11.00am – 12.30pm \nFormat: 2-part online workshop \nCost: Free to attend \nIf you have any questions\, please contact Lilly or Danni via sectorsupport@yourside.org.au \nRegister here
URL:https://sector.yourside.org.au/event/workforce-planning-for-home-care-providers/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20251010T083000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20251010T153000
DTSTAMP:20260406T200144
CREATED:20250925T055546Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T055546Z
UID:10000888-1760085000-1760110200@sector.yourside.org.au
SUMMARY:LGBTI+ Healthy Ageing Symposium (Hybrid)
DESCRIPTION:An inspiring day of learning\, discussion\, and collaboration as we explore the future of inclusive healthcare for older LGBTIQ+ communities. \nDelivered by Northern Sydney Local Health District.  Our ageing LGBTIQ+ population has fought hard for the right to exist\, and now deserves to be well-supported as they enter later life and aged care services. Yet\, there remain significant gaps in research\, policy\, and service delivery. This symposium shines a light on these challenges while celebrating resilience and paving the way for better health outcomes. \nHybrid Event – All Welcome. \nOnline or In person at: Kolling Institute\, Level 5\, Auditorium\, Royal North Shore Hospital\, St Leonards NSW. \n  \nProgram \n8:30 – 9:00 AM | Registration & Welcome Breakfast\nCoffee\, breakfast\, and networking to start the day. \n9:00 – 9:15 AM | Opening Remarks\nAcknowledgment of Country and welcome by Adjunct Prof. Anthony Schembri AM\, NSLHD Chief Executive. \n9:15 – 10:30 AM | Lived Experience Panel\nRoss Bell\, Teresa Savage\, Darby Carr\, Jess Hooley\, and Aunty Kooncha share their journeys of growing up\, coming out\, and ageing in Australia. Their stories provide insights into the challenges faced\, communities built\, and what healthy ageing means for LGBTIQ+ elders today. \n10:30 – 10:50 AM | Morning Tea\nLight snacks and refreshments; a chance to reflect on the panel discussion. \n10:50 – 12:00 PM | Keynote Research Presentations\nDr Ruby Grant\, Dr Meaghan Vosz\, and Dr Louisa Smith present research on LGBTIQ+ ageing\, dementia\, and inclusive aged care. Includes Q&A on the implications for practice and policy. \n12:00 – 12:30 PM | Lunch Break \n12:30 – 1:15 PM | Healthy Ageing and Human Rights for People with Innate Variations of Sex Characteristics\nMargie McCumstie (InterAction) shares her experience growing up intersex and navigating health and legal systems. The session explores inclusive ageing policies and care practices for intersex elders. \n1:15 – 2:15 PM | Impacts of Stigma on LGBTIQ+ Healthy Ageing\nPanel: Prof. Tinashe Dune\, Dr Brooke Brady\, Prof. Limin Mao\, Michael Frommer\, Tish Bruce\, and Estelle Clarke. Discussion on how stigma affects health and wellbeing\, with practical strategies for embedding affirming\, intersectional care in services and policy. \n2:30 – 3:15 PM | Community Programs Panel\nMichael Frommer\, Oscar Sanchez\, Sergio Moreno\, and Jinny-Jane Smith highlight community-led initiatives supporting older LGBTIQ+ people. Learn about volunteer programs\, advocacy\, and culturally safe services that reduce isolation and build connection. \n3:15 – 3:30 PM | Closing Remarks\nMichael Woodhouse\, CEO of ACON\, summarises the day and outlines key calls to action. \n  \nFree Registration here
URL:https://sector.yourside.org.au/event/lgbti-healthy-ageing-symposium-hybrid/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20251009T123000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20251009T133000
DTSTAMP:20260406T200144
CREATED:20250918T093536Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250918T093555Z
UID:10000873-1760013000-1760016600@sector.yourside.org.au
SUMMARY:Older Person Abuse in the Northern Territory: A Systemic Advocacy Journey (webinar)
DESCRIPTION:How do you create change in a place where there are almost no services\, no legislation and limited recognition of elder abuse? \nAgainst this backdrop\, you’ll hear exactly how this occurred from Elina Beswick\, an Aged Care Advocate at Darwin Community Legal Service. \nElina will talk about: \n\nThe landscape in the NT: why service gaps and lack of frameworks make this issue so urgent\nThe advocacy journey: the preconceptions\, challenges and turning points that shaped this project\nBuilding momentum: how they started a network of services and created a roadmap to implement the National Plan to +Prevent Abuse and Mistreatment of Older Australians in the NT.\n\nThis isn’t just a Northern Territory story – it’s a story of how change happens. You’ll hear about the persistence\, lessons\, and strategies that others can draw on when advocating for older people\, whether you’re in policy\, frontline work\, or community leadership. \nHosted by Elder Abuse Action Australia \nRegister here
URL:https://sector.yourside.org.au/event/older-person-abuse-in-the-northern-territory-a-systemic-advocacy-journey-webinar/
LOCATION:Online
GEO:-25.274398;133.775136
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20251009T113000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20251009T133000
DTSTAMP:20260406T200144
CREATED:20250923T054325Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250923T054325Z
UID:10000876-1760009400-1760016600@sector.yourside.org.au
SUMMARY:Approaches to Business Cost-out: Support at Home online workshop
DESCRIPTION:EY will be holding a series of free Support at Home online workshops to assist providers in preparing for transition on 1 November 2025. These workshops are aimed at sharing practical tips\, tools and guidance to providers on key areas of concern identified through the Aged Care Business and Workforce Advisory Service. For any questions contact agedcareadvisory@au.ey.com \nRegister here \nProviders can select to participate in workshops that are most relevant to their needs: \nManaging Costs and Setting Prices\nUnderstanding cost drivers under Support at Home and how to set prices\nThurs 25 September 2025\, 2:00pm to 3:30pm (AEST)\nTuesday 7 October 2025\, 2:30pm to 4:00pm (AEST) \nApproaches to Business Cost-Out\nIdentifying cost reduction opportunities\nThursday 9 October 2025\, 11:30am – 1:30pm (AEST) \nGovernance and obligations\nNavigating governance requirements under the strengthened aged care standards\nFriday 17 October 2025\, 1:00pm – 2:30pm (AEST) \nDigital Uplift\nReadiness for digital reporting obligations and broader technical basics\nFriday 24 October 2025\, 1:30pm – 3:00pm (AEST) \nWorkforce Management\nStrengthening approaches to attract and retain staff and deliver workforce training\nFriday 7 November\, 1:00pm – 2:30pm (AEST) \nDeveloping Growth Strategies \nIdentifying opportunities for organisational growth\nThursday 27 November\, 2:30pm – 4:00pm (AEST) \n  \n 
URL:https://sector.yourside.org.au/event/approaches-to-business-cost-out/
LOCATION:Online
GEO:-25.274398;133.775136
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20251007T143000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20251007T160000
DTSTAMP:20260406T200144
CREATED:20250923T054022Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250923T054022Z
UID:10000875-1759847400-1759852800@sector.yourside.org.au
SUMMARY:Managing Costs and Setting Prices: Support at Home online workshop
DESCRIPTION:EY will be holding a series of free Support at Home online workshops to assist providers in preparing for transition on 1 November 2025. Providers can select to participate in workshops that are most relevant to their needs. \nThese workshops are aimed at sharing practical tips\, tools and guidance to providers on key areas of concern identified through the Aged Care Business and Workforce Advisory Service. \nFor any questions contact agedcareadvisory@au.ey.com \nRegister here \n  \nManaging Costs and Setting Prices\nUnderstanding cost drivers under Support at Home and how to set prices\nThurs 25 September 2025\, 2:00pm to 3:30pm (AEST)\nTuesday 7 October 2025\, 2:30pm to 4:00pm (AEST) \nApproaches to Business Cost-Out\nIdentifying cost reduction opportunities\nThursday 9 October 2025\, 11:30am – 1:30pm (AEST) \nGovernance and obligations\nNavigating governance requirements under the strengthened aged care standards\nFriday 17 October 2025\, 1:00pm – 2:30pm (AEST) \nDigital Uplift\nReadiness for digital reporting obligations and broader technical basics\nFriday 24 October 2025\, 1:30pm – 3:00pm (AEST) \nWorkforce Management\nStrengthening approaches to attract and retain staff and deliver workforce training\nFriday 7 November\, 1:00pm – 2:30pm (AEST) \nDeveloping Growth Strategies \nIdentifying opportunities for organisational growth\nThursday 27 November\, 2:30pm – 4:00pm (AEST) \n  \n 
URL:https://sector.yourside.org.au/event/managing-costs-and-setting-prices-support-at-home-online-workshop-2/
LOCATION:Online
GEO:-25.274398;133.775136
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20251007T140000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20251007T150000
DTSTAMP:20260406T200144
CREATED:20250924T052008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T052030Z
UID:10000886-1759845600-1759849200@sector.yourside.org.au
SUMMARY:Provider Registration: applications\, audits and fees explained (webinar)
DESCRIPTION:The Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission is running a webinar to discuss what providers need to know about Provider Registration: applications\, audits and fees. The webinar will help providers prepare for the new registration model and charging arrangements under the new Act from 1 November 2025.   \nFollowing this webinar\, the Commission will offer small engagement sessions with current applicants looking to understand their obligations and address questions to ensure a smooth transition.  \nThe session will provide:   \n\nan overview of the cost recovery process and what it means for providers\nan explanation of the new fee tables and provider fee calculators\nan explanation of fee waiver arrangements\npractical scenarios covering registration and audits for renewals and variations.\n\nPanel: \n\nLiz Hefren-Webb\, Commissioner\nSarah Kelly\, Assistant Commissioner\, Registry\nChris Davis\, Chief Financial Officer\n\n  \nBackground Information: \n\nFee arrangements in place until 31 October 2025\nFee comparison table  (compares the current fee arrangements with the proposed fee arrangements under the New Act)\nInformation on transitional arrangements\n\nAudience: This is a webinar for existing and prospective providers. \nRegister here 
URL:https://sector.yourside.org.au/event/provider-registration-applications-audits-and-fees-explained-webinar/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Aged Care Quality and Safety Commissioner
GEO:-25.274398;133.775136
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20251007T130000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20251007T143000
DTSTAMP:20260406T200144
CREATED:20250923T060007Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250923T060048Z
UID:10000881-1759842000-1759847400@sector.yourside.org.au
SUMMARY:Home Care: The strengthened Quality Standards - Preparing for the changes
DESCRIPTION:Free online live-learning session delivered by the Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission. \nA facilitated session which supports managers\, educators and leaders from Australian government-funded home services providers to consider the requirements of the strengthened Quality Standards (the Standards) in the context of a real-life scenario. \nThe session uses a detailed case study to explore the application of the Standards and key considerations for providers. While specific Outcomes and Actions are considered as part of the case study\, we will not be discussing the application of the Standards to individual service settings. The session does not cover all the Outcomes and Actions of the Standards\, but draws on key elements relevant to the case study as an example of how providers might consider their obligations. The session provides opportunities to discuss approaches and ideas with other participants. \nRegister here \nYou can register for sessions through the Commission’s Aged Care Learning Information Solution (Alis) platform.
URL:https://sector.yourside.org.au/event/home-care-the-strengthened-quality-standards-preparing-for-the-changes/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Aged Care Quality and Safety Commissioner
GEO:-25.274398;133.775136
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20251002T133000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20251002T153000
DTSTAMP:20260406T200144
CREATED:20250911T025832Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250911T025832Z
UID:10000870-1759411800-1759419000@sector.yourside.org.au
SUMMARY:Emergency Planning for Community Care providers (interactive webinar)
DESCRIPTION:The Hunter New England and Central Coast PHN is hosting an interactive webinar for Community Care providers (NDIS and in-home aged care) on Emergency Planning. First responding agencies SES\, RFS\, Reconstruction Authority\, and Hunter New England Health District will present. Everyone is welcome. \nYou can view a recording of the recent Emergency Planning session for Residential Aged Care providers here. \nDetails and Registration here
URL:https://sector.yourside.org.au/event/emergency-planning-for-community-care-providers-interactive-webinar/
LOCATION:Online
GEO:-25.274398;133.775136
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250925T140000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250925T153000
DTSTAMP:20260406T200144
CREATED:20250923T053903Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250923T053903Z
UID:10000874-1758808800-1758814200@sector.yourside.org.au
SUMMARY:Managing Costs and Setting Prices: Support at Home online workshop
DESCRIPTION:EY will be holding a series of free Support at Home online workshops to assist providers in preparing for transition on 1 November 2025. Providers can select to participate in workshops that are most relevant to their needs. \nThese workshops are aimed at sharing practical tips\, tools and guidance to providers on key areas of concern identified through the Aged Care Business and Workforce Advisory Service. \nFor any questions contact agedcareadvisory@au.ey.com \nRegister here \n  \nManaging Costs and Setting Prices\nUnderstanding cost drivers under Support at Home and how to set prices\nThurs 25 September 2025\, 2:00pm to 3:30pm (AEST)\nTuesday 7 October 2025\, 2:30pm to 4:00pm (AEST) \nApproaches to Business Cost-Out\nIdentifying cost reduction opportunities\nThursday 9 October 2025\, 11:30am – 1:30pm (AEST) \nGovernance and obligations\nNavigating governance requirements under the strengthened aged care standards\nFriday 17 October 2025\, 1:00pm – 2:30pm (AEST) \nDigital Uplift\nReadiness for digital reporting obligations and broader technical basics\nFriday 24 October 2025\, 1:30pm – 3:00pm (AEST) \nWorkforce Management\nStrengthening approaches to attract and retain staff and deliver workforce training\nFriday 7 November\, 1:00pm – 2:30pm (AEST) \nDeveloping Growth Strategies \nIdentifying opportunities for organisational growth\nThursday 27 November\, 2:30pm – 4:00pm (AEST) \n  \n 
URL:https://sector.yourside.org.au/event/managing-costs-and-setting-prices-support-at-home-online-workshop/
LOCATION:Online
GEO:-25.274398;133.775136
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250924T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250924T113000
DTSTAMP:20260406T200144
CREATED:20250911T032837Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250911T032837Z
UID:10000871-1758708000-1758713400@sector.yourside.org.au
SUMMARY:The strengthened Quality Standards Facilitated Session - Preparing for the changes
DESCRIPTION:This workshop supports managers\, educators and leaders from funded home services providers to consider the requirements of the strengthened Quality Standards (the Standards) in the context of a real-life scenario. \nEach month the Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission delivers live learning for people working in the aged care sector. These sessions offer practical tips to support learners to understand how to meet their obligations in their service. Commission facilitators deliver these live learning sessions. \nDetails and registration here. (Account registration required on the ALIS aged care learning platform)
URL:https://sector.yourside.org.au/event/the-strengthened-quality-standards-facilitated-session-preparing-for-the-changes/
LOCATION:Online
GEO:-25.274398;133.775136
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250923T130000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250923T140000
DTSTAMP:20260406T200144
CREATED:20250828T152952Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250828T152952Z
UID:10000867-1758632400-1758636000@sector.yourside.org.au
SUMMARY:The new Aged Care Act: High Quality Care (OPAN webinar)
DESCRIPTION:The new Aged Care Act describes what high quality care looks like\, but how are we going to achieve that in practice? What regulatory levers do we have to bring that definition to life? In the latest OPAN webinar\, our panel of experts will explore the strengths and limitations of the Statement of Rights and strengthened Aged Care Quality Standards and the equal importance of clinical and psychosocial support. \nRegister here
URL:https://sector.yourside.org.au/event/the-new-aged-care-act-high-quality-care-opan-webinar/
LOCATION:Online
GEO:-25.274398;133.775136
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250918T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250918T203000
DTSTAMP:20260406T200144
CREATED:20250912T024544Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250912T024544Z
UID:10000872-1758220200-1758227400@sector.yourside.org.au
SUMMARY:Vicarious Trauma\, Burnout\, and Self-Care in Frontline Work (online)
DESCRIPTION:This interactive session hosted by the NSW Service for the Treatment Rehabilitation of Torture and Trauma Survivors and Central and Eastern PHN will explore the personal and professional impacts of vicarious trauma and burnout on frontline workers supporting refugee and migrant communities. \nThe session will introduce practical\, trauma-informed strategies for emotional well-being\, sustainable self-care\, and fostering supportive team environments. \nRegister here
URL:https://sector.yourside.org.au/event/vicarious-trauma-burnout-and-self-care-in-frontline-work-online/
LOCATION:Online
GEO:-25.274398;133.775136
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250917T130000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250917T143000
DTSTAMP:20260406T200144
CREATED:20250807T084615Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250807T084615Z
UID:10000859-1758114000-1758119400@sector.yourside.org.au
SUMMARY:Trauma Aware\, Healing Informed Care for Forgotten Australians and Care Leavers (webinar)
DESCRIPTION:Free training webinars are available for aged care staff on Trauma Aware\, Healing Informed Aged Care for Forgotten Australians and Care Leavers. With the Strengthened Standards and new legislative requirements to provide trauma aware\, healing informed aged care\, this work is more important than ever. The Real Care the Second Time Around Project worked alongside people who identify as Forgotten Australians or Care Leavers to co-design the training and resources. \nReal Care the Second Time Around Project\nThis webinar is part of the Real Care the Second Time Around project\, designed to support aged care providers to provide trauma aware services for care leavers\, and to give Care Leavers practical information about the questions they can ask and what to expect in aged care. The resources and training are free and are available at www.realcaretoolkit.com.au. The training and resources will assist any provider wishing to apply for specialisation under the Verification Framework. The Real Care the Second Time Around Project has been developed by Helping Hand Aged Care\, Relationships Australia South Australia and Flinders University. \nForgotten Australians and Care Leavers*\nForgotten Australians and Care Leavers refers to the 500\,000 children that were placed into institutional and out-of-home care in Australia in the last century. Of this group\, 7\,000 were former child migrants\, 50\,000 were indigenous children from the Stolen Generations and over 440\,000 were non-indigenous children.  Forgotten Australians and Care Leavers often face barriers to accessing aged care and the idea of requiring care as they age can be deeply retraumatising as their experiences as children in care were often traumatic.\n*We respect that not everyone will identify with the terminology ‘Forgotten Australians’. \nAudience: The training is suitable for everyone working in aged care. While there is a focus on residential care\, the learnings also apply to home care. \nCost: Free to attend \nAny questions\, please contact clewis@helpinghand.org.au \nMultiple Dates: Each of the following webinars are the same – you only need to attend once. \nWednesday 20 August 2025\, 1:00pm to 2:30pm Sydney time (here)\nWednedsay 17 September 2025\, 1:00pm to 2:30pm Sydney time (here)\nFriday 15 October 2025\, 2:00pm to 3:30pm Sydney time (here)\nWednesday 26 November 2025\, 2:00pm to 3:30pm Sydney time (here)\nWednesday 10 December 2025\, 2:00pm to 3:30pm Sydney time (here)
URL:https://sector.yourside.org.au/event/trauma-aware-healing-informed-care-for-forgotten-australians-and-care-leavers-webinar/
LOCATION:Online
GEO:-25.274398;133.775136
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250917T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250917T121500
DTSTAMP:20260406T200144
CREATED:20250827T105051Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250827T105051Z
UID:10000866-1758103200-1758111300@sector.yourside.org.au
SUMMARY:LGBTI+ Inclusive Aged Care & the Strengthened Quality Standards (online workshop)
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to attend an interactive workshop about the experiences of older LGBTI+ communities in aged care settings\, embedding inclusive practice and how this applies to aged care service design\, frameworks and processes. The session will also look at sector obligations under upcoming aged care reforms including embedding the new Statement of Rights and the Strengthened Quality Standards.  \nTraining delivered by Karen Menzies (she/her)\, Learning and Development Facilitator at Twenty10\, in partnership with Silver Rainbow. \nAudience:  All in-home aged care workers\, managers and executives. \nFree to attend \nRegister here
URL:https://sector.yourside.org.au/event/lgbti-inclusive-aged-care-the-strengthened-quality-standards-online-workshop/
LOCATION:Online
GEO:-25.274398;133.775136
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250916T140000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250916T150000
DTSTAMP:20260406T200144
CREATED:20250827T091456Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250827T091456Z
UID:10000865-1758031200-1758034800@sector.yourside.org.au
SUMMARY:Aged care provider requirements search tool (webinar)
DESCRIPTION:This Department of Health\, Disability and Ageing webinar will introduce the Aged Care Provider Requirements Search tool. The tool has been designed to help providers understand the rules\, obligations and other requirements which will apply to them under the new Aged Care Act\, which starts on 1 November 2025. \nThis webinar will include: \n\na step-by-step demonstration outlining how the Aged Care Provider Requirements Search tool works\ntips to optimise search results\, helping providers get the most relevant information about their requirements under the new Aged Care Act\ninformation about other resources available to help providers\na question and answer session.\n\nRegister here
URL:https://sector.yourside.org.au/event/aged-care-provider-requirements-search-tool-webinar/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Department of Health Disability and Ageing
GEO:-25.274398;133.775136
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250827T130000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20250827T150000
DTSTAMP:20260406T200144
CREATED:20250820T221827Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250820T221849Z
UID:10000864-1756299600-1756306800@sector.yourside.org.au
SUMMARY:Understanding Hoarding & Squalor (for Aged Care Workers)
DESCRIPTION:Hoarding is a complex mental health condition that often intersects with trauma\, ageing\, and social isolation. Understanding it through a clinical and trauma informed lens is essential for delivering best practice\, person-centred care that fosters dignity\, autonomy\, and long-term wellbeing.  \nIn this workshop\, participants will:\n• Gain insight into hoarding disorder as a recognised mental health condition\n• Explore the psychological\, social\, and environmental factors contributing to hoarding behaviours in older adults\n• Learn trauma-informed strategies that support safety\, trust\, and collaborative change\n• Acquire practical tools to engage respectfully and effectively with people living in hoarded environments \nOutcome: Participants will leave equipped with compassionate\, evidence-informed strategies to support older adults living with hoarding\, and contribute to meaningful\, sustainable change that respects individual rights and lived experience. \nFacilitator: Inside Out Recovery. \nSupported by Sector Support and Development\, Ku-ring-gai Council and Your Side. \nRegister here
URL:https://sector.yourside.org.au/event/understanding-hoarding-squalor-for-aged-care-workers/
LOCATION:Online
GEO:-25.274398;133.775136
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