6/01/25 - Aged Care & NDIS Update

3/03/25 - Aged Care & NDIS Update

Welcome to the Aged Care & NDIS Update! This edition covers: * NDIS – are NDIS reports actually being read? * Aged Care Act – updates have been released by the Department * Aged Care Worker Screening – proposed changes For more details, check out our LinkedIn newsletter [https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/ndis-reports-read-aged-care-act-updates-community-therapy-au-fqltc/?trackingId=QylhcXd4TlyjxRwRfOZjLA%3D%3D]. Want to know more about Community Therapy? * Allied Health 👉 We provide allied health services on the Central Coast and Hunter of NSW across the Aged Care, NDIA and Hospital at Home sectors - Make a referral [https://www.communitytherapy.com.au/referrals/] * Manual Handling 👉 We are experts in manual handling training and have industry leading online modules - Learn more [https://www.communitytherapy.com.au/courses/manual-handling-training/] Support the show [https://pod.fan/community-health-podcast]

6/01/25 - Aged Care & NDIS Update

Welcome to the Aged Care & NDIS Update! In this episode, Scott Lynch dives into the latest in Aged Care and NDIS, including: * Wage increases for aged care workers. * Extra funding for CHSP meal providers. * Ongoing efforts to combat NDIS fraud. * Updates to the NDIS Board and Advisory Council. Stay up to date with the key news and insights impacting the sector. For more details, check out our LinkedIn newsletter and learn how our manual handling training courses can support your organisation. LinkedIn Newsletter - https://www.linkedin.com/build-relation/newsletter-follow?entityUrn=7164123058020999168 [https://www.communitytherapy.com.au/courses/manual-handling-training/] Online Manual Handling Training - https://www.communitytherapy.com.au/courses/manual-handling-training/ [https://www.communitytherapy.com.au/courses/manual-handling-training/] Support the show [https://pod.fan/community-health-podcast]

NDIS Pricing and Advertising

In this episode of the Community Therapy Podcast, Scott Lynch discusses recent developments in the NDIS and Aged Care sectors, focusing on NDIS pricing reforms led by IHACPA and the ACCC's warnings regarding misleading advertising practices. The episode aims to provide listeners with concise updates on industry news and highlights the importance of pricing parity and ethical advertising in supporting participants effectively. Takeaways * NDIS pricing is currently managed by the NDIA. * IHACPA is tasked with exploring future NDIS pricing reforms. * Pricing harmonization is crucial for workforce stability. * Misleading advertising can harm NDIS participants. * ACCC is actively investigating problematic advertising practices. * Community Therapy offers valuable online training courses - learn more here [https://www.communitytherapy.com.au/courses/manual-handling-training/] Support the show [https://pod.fan/community-health-podcast]

Episode 21 - Scott Lynch

Welcome to the first LIVE in-person episode of the Community Therapy Podcast! In this episode we have somewhat of a role-reversal. Scott Lynch (Founder and Managing Director) is interviewed by Harry Keating, who works in the communications and marketing team at Community Therapy. Together they discuss Scott’s career as a Physiotherapist and explore how Community Therapy came to be. Scott shares some of his key learnings as the business evolved, and how those learnings apply to our personal lives. We hope you find this chat valuable and entertaining! Timestamps (0:00) Intro (1:16) University Days and Getting Into Physiotherapy (6:03) Scott's Early Career as a Physio and Working With Older Adults (9:20) The Inspiration for Starting Community Therapy (16:40) Evolving and Building a Multidisciplinary Team (19:52) Scott’s Most Valuable Lessons. Personal Development, Meditation and Wellbeing (26:37) Stress Management in Healthcare (32:07) Narrative Based Medicine and Motivational Interviewing (36:52) The Future of Community Therapy and Healthcare Links Community Therapy Website [https://www.communitytherapy.com.au/] Community Therapy Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/communitytherapyau] Community Therapy Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/communitytherapy/] Community Therapy LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/company/community-therapy-au/] Community Therapy YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0jWxssC757MijCsTBH_xhg] Scott's LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottlynchct/] Harry's LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/harry-keating-media/] Support the show [https://pod.fan/community-health-podcast]

Episode 20 - HEAL Urgent Care

In this episode, Scott Lynch (Managing Director of Community Therapy) speaks with Tim Stewart (CEO & Medical Director of HEAL Urgent Care). HEAL is a walk-in urgent care clinic for non-life-threatening injuries and illnesses, with the goal of providing excellent care for patients while easing the burden on public emergency departments. Scott and Tim discuss how HEAL Urgent Care was built from the ground up - from ideation to the first week of operation. We hope you find this insightful and inspiring! Resources HEAL Urgent Care Website [https://www.healurgentcare.com.au/] HEAL Urgent Care Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/healurgentcare] HEAL Urgent Care Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/healurgentcare] HEAL Urgent Care LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/company/healurgentcare/] Tim's LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/tim-stewart-dr/] Community Therapy Website [https://www.communitytherapy.com.au/] Community Therapy YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0jWxssC757MijCsTBH_xhg] Community Therapy Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/communitytherapyau] Community Therapy LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/company/community-therapy-au/] Scott's LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottlynchct/] Takeaways * HEAL aims to bridge the gap between general practice and the hospital, providing an alternative for patients who don't need hospital-level care. * Prioritising an excellent consumer experience leads to better health and business outcomes. * The clinic offers a comprehensive range of services, including X-rays, pathology, wound repair, fracture management, and more. Timestamps (0:00) Intro and Tim’s Background (4:15) The Journey of Setting Up HEAL Urgent Care (14:46) Importance of Innovation and Consumer Experience (24:58) The Scope of Care at HEAL (35:14) Medicare Urgent Care Clinics and HEAL’s Relationship With The Public Sector (41:33) Challenges and Opportunities for HEAL (49:52) Final Thoughts and The Future Support the show [https://pod.fan/community-health-podcast]