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CEO Update – May 2018
The recent announcement of 14,000 additional Home Care Packages from the 2018-19 Federal Budget is very welcomed news. We’re proud to be supporting Australians to live independently in their homes for longer. This increase to allocated packages means that more people will move off the waiting list and receive packages which can be tailored to meet their needs. This in turn gives Lifebridge increased confidence to grow and expand its services and programs to meet the needs of its customers. It is reassuring to see the Government allocating resources to areas where it is needed so service providers like Lifebridge can make a positive difference in people’s lives. Equally reassuring…
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Federal Budget Review: Disability & Aged Care
The good, the bad and the indifferent. We take a look at Federal Treasurer Scott Morrison’s 2018-2019 Budget and highlight the key points that may be of interest to you and your future plans.
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Good news for those on the wait list
For those who have been caught in limbo, patiently waiting for additional Home Care Packages to be released, the news from Federal Treasurer Scott Morrison following the 2018-19 Budget will be very welcomed. The Treasurer has made big promises for the Aged Care sector and said the Government would prioritise caring for older Australians. And to this point, an additional 14,000 Home Care Packages would be released over a four-year period. The announcement of these additional Packages is very welcomed and at Lifebridge we are excited by the commitment given to in-home aged care. With an ageing population it is somewhat comforting to see focus being placed, where it is…
