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Recent developments in aged care policy in Australia.

A L Howe1

  • 1anna.howe@bigpond.com

Journal of Aging & Social Policy
|September 10, 2002
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Australia

Area of Science:

  • Health Policy
  • Aged Care Services
  • Social Gerontology

Background:

  • Australia's long-term care system underwent reforms in the mid-1980s to shift from residential to community care.
  • Subsequent policy changes after 1996 introduced new initiatives within the aged care sector.
  • The system aims to balance residential and community care, improve targeting, and support family caregivers.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To systematically review current Australian long-term care policy objectives.
  • To analyze the implementation measures and outcomes of recent aged care policies.
  • To evaluate the impact of policy efforts on service system changes and expenditure.

Main Methods:

  • Systematic review of policy documents and initiatives.
  • Analysis of implementation strategies in key policy areas.

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  • Assessment of outcomes related to service delivery and financial management.

    • Main Results:

    • Policy efforts have successfully contained the growth of long-term care expenditure over two decades.
    • Significant transformations have occurred within the Australian aged care service system.
    • Shifts in policy emphasis have been observed over time, adapting to evolving needs.

    Conclusions:

    • Concerted policy interventions have effectively managed long-term care expenditure in Australia.
    • The Australian long-term care system has experienced substantial changes due to sustained policy efforts.
    • Ongoing policy adjustments are crucial for managing the balance between residential and community care.