Summit Workshops 

Duration: 2 hours

Workshop Overview:
This workshop will equip aged care providers with the tools and strategies needed to effectively budget for upcoming reforms and prepare for the integration of the Single Assessment System (SAS).

Participants will gain practical insights into how to adapt their financial strategies to accommodate the new system, including adjusting funding models, streamlining care assessments, and ensuring sustainability under the Support at Home Program.

Workshop Structure:
Introduction and Overview (15 minutes)
•    Overview of the Single Assessment System (SAS) and its impact on aged care providers.
•    Discussion of the Support at Home Program and how it will affect funding, service delivery, and operations.

2. Financial Planning for Reform (30 minutes)

Topics:
o    Understanding new funding structures under the SAS
o    Preparing for changes in the assessment and payment systems
o    How to allocate resources effectively to ensure service continuity during the transition
o    Balancing care budgets with workforce and technology investments
o    Key cost-saving strategies and financial modelling

Activity: Interactive budgeting exercise where attendees create a financial plan for a sample aged care facility navigating the new system.

3. Adapting to the Single Assessment System (SAS) (30 minutes)

Topics:
o    The role of the SAS in funding allocation and service provision
o    How assessments will impact care delivery and funding eligibility
o    Integrating the SAS into financial planning and forecasting
o    Strategies to manage the flow of funding and improve cash flow management
 

Activity: Group discussion on best practices for aligning business models with the SAS framework, followed by a Q&A session.

4. Budgeting for Technology Integration (30 minutes)

Topics:
o    The financial impact of adopting assistive technology within aged care services
o    Budgeting for the Integrated Assessment Tool and other technological updates
o    ROI analysis for tech investments in the aged care sector

Activity: Case study analysis of a facility that successfully integrated new technology, followed by a group discussion on potential costs and savings.

5. Workshop Wrap-up and Action Planning (15 minutes)
•    Summary of key takeaways and actionable strategies
•    Participants will create a personalized action plan outlining their next steps in preparing for financial challenges associated with the SAS and the Support at Home program.
•    Closing Q&A: Open floor for any final questions or concerns from participants.

Key Outcomes:
•    Participants will leave with a solid understanding of how to budget for the Single Assessment System and the Support at Home Program.
•    Attendees will have hands-on experience creating financial plans and adapting their financial strategies to upcoming regulatory changes.
•    Actionable strategies for integrating technology into aged care service delivery while managing finances effectively.
•    A clear pathway for ensuring financial stability while transitioning to the new system, minimizing disruption to care services and staff.

Who should attend:
•    Aged Care Providers: CEOs, financial managers, and operational staff
•    Finance and Budgeting Professionals: Aged care accountants, CFOs, and financial planners
•    Operations Managers: Those responsible for budgeting and financial oversight
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This 1.5-hour interactive workshop is designed to help aged care and disability providers navigate the transition to the Support at Home (SAH) Program and the Aged Care Single Assessment System.

With major changes impacting Home Care Packages (HCP), the Commonwealth Home Support Program (CHSP),

and Short-Term Restorative Care (STRC), providers must understand the new funding model, regulatory updates, and compliance requirements. This session will provide clarity on these changes and offer practical strategies to adapt and innovate under the new framework.

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Workshop Objectives
By the end of this workshop, attendees will:

✔ Understand the Aged Care Single Assessment System, its purpose, and its benefits for providers and consumers
✔ Analyse the transition from HCP, CHSP, and STRC, including its impact on aged care service delivery
✔ Explore the Support at Home (SAH) Program, focusing on streamlined access, funding, and operational changes
✔ Identify key compliance and regulatory updates for aged care providers under the new framework
✔ Develop strategies to adapt and innovate, ensuring service continuity and sustainability in the evolving aged care landscape

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Learning Outcomes
Attendees will be able to:

•  Explain the key elements of the Aged Care Single Assessment System and its role in improving service access

• Assess how the transition from HCP, CHSP, and STRC will affect their organisation and clients

•  Navigate the Support at Home Program’s funding model and understand how it impacts service provision

•  Recognise the compliance requirements and regulatory expectations associated with the transition

• Develop actionable strategies to align their services with the new system, enhancing efficiency, quality, and sustainability

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Who should attend?

This workshop is designed for professionals in aged care, home care, and disability services who are navigating the transition to the Support at Home Program and the Aged Care Single Assessment System.

It is ideal for aged care and community care providers, disability service providers, compliance and quality managers, financial and operations managers, allied health professionals, and policy advisors. Participants will gain a clear understanding of the changes affecting HCP, CHSP, and STRC-funded services, as well as the implications of new funding and compliance requirements.

 

The session will provide practical strategies to adapt and innovate within the evolving framework, ensuring service continuity and sustainability.

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Certificates of Attendance is available following the event 

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