10 Questions to Ask: Everything You Wanted To Know About Aged Care

Join us on Tuesday 1 October for a supportive and informative event dedicated to helping you navigate the complexities of Aged Care.

Hosted by members of the NSW Aged Care Roundtable this event marks the launch of the “10 Questions to Ask” series, designed to equip you with the essential knowledge needed to make informed decisions for yourself or your loved ones.

What to Expect:

Inspiring Keynote: Gain insights from Professor Kathy Eager AM

Interactive Panel Discussion: Engage with a diverse group of experts who will address your questions and concerns including:

• Professor Kathy Eager AM
• Kirsty Blades, CEO, Palliative Care NSW
• Professor Dimity Pond, GP
• Beverly Baker, Chair, Older Women’s Network NSW

Resource Fair: Connect with the following organisations that be featured at the resource fair:

• Health Consumers NSW
• Palliative Care NSW
• Multicultural Communities Council of the Illawarra
• Quality Aged Care Action Group
• Australian & New Zealand Society for Geriatric Medicine
• Council of the Ageing NSW
• Seniors Rights Service
• Older Women’s Network

Key Topics Covered:

• Aged Care services and support in NSW
• How to make sense of what’s on offer and whether a service is right for you
• How to be informed and empowered to make decisions throughout your aged care journey
• How to access the 10 Questions To Ask brochure series, covering staffing in aged care, contracts and fees, GP services and many other topics.

The “10 Questions to Ask” series has been translated into 16 languages to ensure inclusivity and accessibility for all attendees.

This event is your opportunity to gather the information you need in a welcoming and supportive environment. Whether you’re a caregiver, family member, or an individual exploring your options, we’re here to help.

About the Organisers

Health Consumers NSW

Health Consumers NSW support communities & individuals to shape the healthcare they need & want in partnership with health providers & researchers. Learn about how you can become more involved in your own health journey and how to provide feedback about health services you have received.

Palliative Care NSW

Wondering how you can access high quality health care and support for you or someone you know who is living with a life-limiting illness? Talk to the team at Palliative Care NSW about what matters most to you, living as well and as comfortably as you can to the very end, getting the support you need, and caring for others.

Multicultural Communities Council of Illawarra (MCCI)

MCCI is a leadership voice for culturally and linguistically diverse communities. They provide services that meet community needs and which promote equity, harmony, social inclusion and that build community capacity. Talk to them about their Aged Care services, support for migrants and former refugees who have recently arrived in Australia, and their cultural expertise and training courses.