Aged Care Royal Commission

The Royal Commission into Aged Care Quality and Safety was established on 8 October 2018 with the final report to be completed by November 2020. ADA Australia have been actively involved with the Royal Commission to provide representation for our clients voice on the systemic issues clients have faced in the aged care sector. Anyone who has experienced issues relating to Aged Care Quality and Safety also has the ability to inform the Commission of their own story.

Royal Commission Information

Submission Information – If you are wanting to know more about making a submission to the Royal Commission into Aged Care Quality and Safety refer to the Royal Commission website at https://agedcare.royalcommission.gov.au/Pages/default.aspx

Assistance with Submissions – The Older Persons Advocacy Network (OPAN) offers free submission assistances Their free and independent help line will allow you to talk to an OPAN advocate who can assist you in preparing and submitting your statement to the Royal Commission.
- Call OPAN on 1800 237 981 8am-8pm (AEST) Monday-Friday
- For more information on submission assistance, go to https://opan.com.au/royal-commission/

Hearing Dates – Dates for hearing of the Royal Commission Aged Care Quality and Safety are available on the Royal Commission website: https://agedcare.royalcommission.gov.au/hearings/Pages/default.aspx
Support and Counselling – Several organisations have been funded to provide support to those who experience concern or distress from their participation in the Royal Commission. To find an available support service go to https://agedcare.royalcommission.gov.au/support/Pages/default.aspx

ADA Australia - Your aged and disability advocates

OCTOBER 2018 – NOVEMBER 2020

Royal Commission into Aged Care Quality and Safety

OCTOBER 2018 – NOVEMBER 2020

Aged Care Royal Commission

Royal Commission Information

The Advocate gave me back my dignity and made my service provider accountable. You made such a difference to my life. My generation doesn't like to make a fuss, but the advocate handled everything so professionally, everyone was respected.

Aged Care Advocacy

I really enjoyed the training, it was delivered very professionally and was easy to understand. It gave us a good insight into the Adult Guardians role and its responsibilities.

Understanding Decision Making Training

The advocate was absolutely wonderful, thanks to him things have improved at the aged care facility for me.

Aged Care Advocacy

My father was very pleased with the advocates manner and her assistance. She gave my fathers issues prompt attention and helped support a great outcome

Aged Care Advocacy

I'm 82 years old and live alone. Advocacy was wonderful for me as I didn't understand what to do and the advocate helped me.

Aged Care Advocacy

I would like to thank my advocate for all the hard work she did in resolving my issues and for empowering me when I thought it was not possible.

Aged Care Advocacy

I think its important to have someone like your advocate to speak up for homosexual people in residential care. Your card says you give people a voice and you did that for me.

Advocacy

The stress that occurred because of my provider was a real issue and caused me much anxiety. My advocate stood up for my rights and he gave me the strength to resolve the issue with them. Thanks so much.

Aged Care Advocacy

I would still be extremely distressed if you have not come along to help. The entire process made me more aware of my rights and I am now aware of other services that can help me.

Aged Care Advocacy

I found your education session very informative. It has had a positive impact on our staff in understanding the rights and responsibilities of clients and how we can best support them.

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OCTOBER 2018 – NOVEMBER 2020

Royal Commission into Aged Care Quality and Safety

Aged Care Royal Commission

Royal Commission Information

The Advocate gave me back my dignity and made my service provider accountable. You made such a difference to my life. My generation doesn't like to make a fuss, but the advocate handled everything so professionally, everyone was respected.

Aged Care Advocacy

I really enjoyed the training, it was delivered very professionally and was easy to understand. It gave us a good insight into the Adult Guardians role and its responsibilities.

Understanding Decision Making Training

The advocate was absolutely wonderful, thanks to him things have improved at the aged care facility for me.

Aged Care Advocacy

My father was very pleased with the advocates manner and her assistance. She gave my fathers issues prompt attention and helped support a great outcome

Aged Care Advocacy

I'm 82 years old and live alone. Advocacy was wonderful for me as I didn't understand what to do and the advocate helped me.

Aged Care Advocacy

I would like to thank my advocate for all the hard work she did in resolving my issues and for empowering me when I thought it was not possible.

Aged Care Advocacy

I think its important to have someone like your advocate to speak up for homosexual people in residential care. Your card says you give people a voice and you did that for me.

Advocacy

The stress that occurred because of my provider was a real issue and caused me much anxiety. My advocate stood up for my rights and he gave me the strength to resolve the issue with them. Thanks so much.

Aged Care Advocacy

I would still be extremely distressed if you have not come along to help. The entire process made me more aware of my rights and I am now aware of other services that can help me.

Aged Care Advocacy

I found your education session very informative. It has had a positive impact on our staff in understanding the rights and responsibilities of clients and how we can best support them.

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