Osteopathy Australia

2024 Final report of the Aged Care Taskforce

The Aged Care Taskforce (the Taskforce) released the Final report of the Aged Care Taskforce in mid-March 2024. This report proposes recommendations “to support an aged care system that is sustainable, fair and facilitates greater innovation in the sector.”

Aged care

See how osteopaths can provide services to older people, in care facilities or individuals who are still living in their homes.

AHPA aged care brief

AHPA brief to the Minister of Aged Care on key issues for allied health

Consultation on Aged Care Quality Standards

Osteopathy Australia has provided feedback to the Department of Health and Aged Care on the revised aged care quality standards

Help & Resources

Find information about schemes, practice resources, advanced/extended practice and our HR service.

Impact of AN-ACC on allied health in residential aged care

The new Australian National Aged Care Classification (AN-ACC) funding scheme, is causing allied health job losses across residential aged care facilities, and in turn contributing to poorer health outcomes for residents.

New program for in-home aged care - ongoing consultations

An update of ongoing consultations with the Department of Health and Aged Care on plans for the new in-home aged care program

October 2023 Policy and Advice update

Overview of the policy and advocacy work undertaken on your behalf during October 2023.

Osteopathic care for older Australians

Webinar on osteopathic care for older Australians.

Progress Report: Implementation of the Recommendations of the Royal Commission into Aged Care Quality and Safety

Summary of the latest progress report on the implementation of the recommendations of the Royal Commission into Aged Care Quality and Safety.