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‘Step forward’ in dementia support

Victorian aged and community care provider, Benetas, has described the federal government’s announcement of dementia related support for aged care residents as a “step forward”.

<p>Benetas chief executive, Sandra Hills, has described the recent announcement of dementia related support for aged care residents as a “step forward”.</p>

Benetas chief executive, Sandra Hills, has described the recent announcement of dementia related support for aged care residents as a “step forward”.

The federal government yesterday announced the alternative program to the Dementia and Severe Behaviour Supplement which will establish Severe Behaviour Response Teams within the original funding envelope of the previous supplement.

Benetas chief executive, Sandra Hills, claims since the cessation of the Dementia and Severe Behaviours Supplement in July last year, there has been a serious lack of support for dementia related funding in aged care.

“Yesterday's announcement represents a step forward in terms of providing support for those living with dementia, however, I would echo many of my colleagues’ comments in saying this did not necessarily solve all issues,” Ms Hills says.

The $54.5 million initiative to support Australians experiencing severe behavioural and psychological symptoms of dementia (BPSD) was announced by Assistant Minister for Social Services, Senator Mitch Fifield.

“Minister Fifield has committed to maintaining original funding levels but addressing this issue in the long term will require greater consultation,” Ms Hills says.

She claims the aged and community care sector must now consider this proposal in detail and work constructively with government, peak bodies and the wider community.

“A key component of the success or failure of this proposal going forward will be the government’s willingness to engage, consult and address issues which arise over time.

“At present, there is a willingness from government, the department and industry to work together which is pivotal to ongoing reform in aged and community care.”

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