Anglicare stands with the community for quality care

Anglicare has affirmed its support for the Royal Commission into Aged Care Quality and Safety following the release of the Terms of Reference on October 9, 2018.

 Former Western Australian Supreme Court Justice Joseph McGrath and former Australian Public Service Commissioner and Medicare Australia CEO Lynelle Briggs will lead the Commission, which will deliver an interim report by 31 October 2019 and a final report by 30 April 2020.

Anglicare Southern Queensland Executive Director Karen Crouch said the organisation would work openly with the Commission.

 “We remain committed to the wellbeing, health and safety of our residents and clients, and we will work openly with the Royal Commission for the improvement and sustainability of services for older Australians,” Ms Crouch said.

 Anglicare Australia Executive Director Kasy Chambers, said the quality of care provided was a reflection of how we value older people.

 “This Royal Commission is an opportunity for the community to shape that care,” she said. “Everybody has the right to dignity and quality of life as they get older. We must protect the wellbeing of older people across Australia, whether they live at home or in residential care.

 “Anglicare Australia will work with the Royal Commission to ensure the wellbeing of people placed well ahead of the wellbeing of agencies.

 “We will be following the Royal Commission closely to ensure that older people and their families are heard – and that their voices shape improvements to the system.

“And we will continue to call for a transparent complaints system, with a partnership approach to working with older people and their families.

 “But if we want to be a community that truly values older people we need to look at promoting wellbeing, instead of just preventing mistreatment. That means stamping out loneliness, caring for those who remain in their own homes, and ensuring that people in residential aged care can truly enjoy the benefits of home and community.

 “It is clear that the community expects quality aged care. This Royal Commission is our opportunity to answer that call.”

 The Royal Commission Terms of Reference can be viewed here.