Signatures wanted for aged care petition
A Woy Woy aged care provider is seeking support of local residents in signing a petition calling the aged care industry to be better resourced by government.
"We need our federal politicians to take notice of the challenges we are facing, in line with the Royal Commission report, and not continually brush us aside as they have done in the past," said Blue Wave Living chief executive Mr Matt Downie.
"This is critical in the lead-up to the May Federal Budget, which will be the clear turning point as to how this industry will be funded moving forward.
"If you have not already done so, please consider signing the petition at www.careaboutagedcare.org.au.
"The more signatures we get, the better.
"For the past 20 years, and most notably for the last 10, successive governments Liberal and Labor have failed to respond to the needs of our industry, despite a plethora of reports undertaken.
"This is clearly highlighted throughout the Royal Commission report.
"It is now time for both major parties to acknowledge and respond to the challenges we face.
"The industry needs to be appropriately resourced to ensure high-quality care for our elders is sustainable and deliverable for our future."
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Social media, 17 Mar 2021
Matt Downie, Blue Wave Living