The Tasmanian Government is committed to improving the pathway for older people through Tasmania's health care services and into residential aged care.
The Tasmanian Aged Care Collaborative (TACC) – established by the Tasmanian Government – is made up of State, Commonwealth, primary care and aged care sector representatives. They work together to identify and address issues associated with the patient flow between hospitals and residential aged care and focus on progressing solutions to improve care for older Tasmanians.
Minister for Health, Jacquie Petrusma, attended TACC's quarterly meeting in Hobart today to engage with members and hear about the important progress being made through this collaboration.
"As part of our 2030 Strong Plan for Tasmania's Future, we are committed to delivering a better health system for all Tasmanians," Minister Petrusma said.
"Tasmania has the oldest and fastest ageing population in Australia, and the highest proportion of the population aged over 65, which is why planning and preparing to meet the needs of older Tasmanians is vitally important.
"We know that many people who enter hospital services are likely to have extended lengths of stay due to complex needs, and immobility in hospital can lead to a loss of functional ability and cognitive impairment.
"That's why initiatives like the Tasmanian Aged Care Collaborative are so important to ensure we continue to improve pathways through Tasmania's health services and achieve the best outcomes for older patients."
TACC is part of other key reform activities that the Tasmanian Government is delivering through the Aged Care Reform Unit, including the Tasmanian Frailty Network, the Aged Care Forum, and the THS Statewide Aged Care Pathway Reference Group.
