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In 2021, the 12th annual National Dementia & Aged Care Reform Conference will provide a critical national platform to de-brief on the Final Report of the Royal Commission into Aged Care Quality & Safety as well as the Federal Budget 20-21.

On the first two days of the event, the National Dementia & Aged Care Reform Conference will bring together a host of leading experts to discuss best-practice strategies and initiatives for improving quality person-centered care across multiple settings, and will also detail the latest research, therapies and treatments, innovation, and technologies from around the world. The 2020 event presents a unique opportunity to explore what’s possible and embrace change.

On the third and final day of the event, we will provide a substantial conversation for improving care for older people in Australia – particularly in residential aged care. We believe it will be an important opportunity for a debrief after the findings come out, to take stock of how the industry is tracking with new standards implementation, and to spend time discussing areas for improvement, challenges, and next steps for reform.

Unpacking the findings of the  Royal Commission into Aged Care Quality and Safety

In an online community conversation, COTA Victoria will consider the royal commission recommendations. Can these outcomes inspire the generational change needed for our broken aged care system? And what do older people think about the findings?

Speakers include: 

• Aged care and e-health consumer advocate, Judy Gregurke
• Monash University Department of Forensic Medicine and geriatrician, Professor Joseph Ibrahim
• Victorian aged care consumers and family members. 

Facilitated by SRV Education Co-ordinator Gary Ferguson.

This is an online event and will be hosted via Zoom. A link will be emailed to all registered participants closer to the event date.

11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

This session provides an introduction to dementia, including an overview of different types of dementia, diagnosis, planning ahead and how to support someone living with dementia. The two hour session provides more detail about causes of dementia and obtaining a diagnosis.

Dementia Australia's facilitators have specialist knowledge, skills and experience. Suitable for: Members of the general public who are concerned about their memory and dementia or who are worried that someone they know may have dementia.

1:00 pm – 2:30 pm ACST 

FREE EVENT

Are you thinking of moving into a Retirement Village or currently living in one?

Did you know retirement village residents receiving aged care services have aged care rights?

Join us for a discussion on Tuesday, 6th April 2021 at 10.30am on:

• What is a retirement village?
• The role of the Retirement Village Unit
• ARAS’ Retirement Village Advocacy Service
• Key issues reported by residents
• Dispute resolution strategies
• Charter of Aged Care Rights for those receiving home care support services
• Safeguards for Ageing Well – living a positive life

The Brisbane Disability Expo is set to be the biggest and most anticipated Disability Expo on the 2021 Brisbane calendar. Thousands of residents with disabilities from the greater Brisbane region will have the opportunity to gain greater control over their lives and be on the lookout for the most suitable services in their local area to meet their individual needs.

The expo features:

• FREE ENTRY
• 100+ exhibiting service and product providers from a variety of categories 
• Presentations and speakers from Government agencies and disability organisations 
• Kids entertainment and live all-ability performances
• Cafe and break out rooms

There are a range of exhibitors including:

• Government and advocacy organisation
• Aids and equipment providers
• Financial and legal services
• Education, training and employment providers
• Social and leisure options
• Transport and vehicles
• Health and medical products and services
• Allied health professionals 
• Support services including in home care providers