About this Event
ABOUT THE EVENT
The aged care sector in Australia is on the brink of one of its most significant transformations in decades.
With the new Aged Care Act taking effect on 1 November 2025 and the introduction of the Support at Home Program, providers, workers, and community partners must prepare for a new era focused on quality, accountability, and person-centred care.
This comprehensive forum brings together aged care professionals, and sector leaders to unpack the key changes, explore their practical implications, and help participants position their organisations and workforce for success in a rapidly evolving care environment.
Who should attend?
This event is designed for:
- Aged Care Providers – Residential, home care, and community service organisations preparing for the new Act.
- NDIS Providers who provide Aged Care Services or are looking to expand their services into Aged Care
- Home Care and Support Coordinators – Those navigating client transitions and funding adjustments.
- Compliance and Quality Managers – Professionals responsible for aligning operations with the new regulatory standards.
- Workforce and HR Leaders – To understand award changes, staffing implications, and new skill requirements.
- Allied Health Professionals and Care Workers – To gain insight into the practical impact of the reforms on service delivery.
Why attend?
- Gain Clarity: Understand the key elements of the new Aged Care Act and the Support at Home framework.
- Stay Ahead of Reform: Learn how to align your organisation’s operations, workforce, and service delivery with upcoming requirements.
- Practical Guidance: Receive actionable insights to manage transitions, funding structures, and compliance expectations.
- Prepare Your Workforce: Understand how new award classifications and wage increases will affect roles and planning.
- Collaborate and Connect: Engage directly with industry peers, reform experts, and service leaders in a shared space for innovation and adaptation.
There will be plenty of opportunities for questions and a high level of engagement for attendees.
Connect with sector peers, share insights, and build collaborative partnerships that will help shape the next chapter of aged care in Australia.
TOPICS1. Understanding the New Aged Care Act
Explore the key elements of the new Aged Care Act, coming into effect on 1 November 2025. This session will outline the shift to a person-centred system, strengthened Quality Standards, and the new regulatory framework, helping providers, care workers, and stakeholders understand the implications for service delivery and compliance.
2. The Support at Home Program: Transforming In-Home Care
Dive into the details of the Support at Home (SAH) Program, which replaces the Home Care Packages Program. Attendees will learn about the eight funding levels, flexible service options, access to home modifications and assistive technology, and what this means for care recipients, families, and providers.
3. Transitioning from HCP, CHSP, and STRC to SAH
This session explores how care workers and providers can manage the transition from the Home Care Packages (HCP), Commonwealth Home Support Program (CHSP), and Short Term Restorative Care (STRC) programs to the new Support at Home framework, including operational, service delivery, and client engagement considerations.
4. Streamlined Access and Funding under SAH
Learn how the new Support at Home program streamlines access and funding, providing practical guidance for care workers, coordinators, and providers to navigate eligibility, funding levels, and service delivery efficiently.
5. Award Wage Updates: Understanding the increased wages effective from 1 January 2025 and how the new classification streams in the SCHADS Award affect different roles.
6. Transitioning from NDIS to Aged Care - Funding, processes and application
Join us and remain updated, educated and informed.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Adelaide Town Hall, 128 King William Street, Adelaide, Australia
AUD 206.62
