The date is approaching fast and it's time to make preparations!
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In 2014 I created a tookit for public dental services to share with staff at residential aged care homes (then known as facilities) to assist them in providing daily oral health care to the residents. A new toolkit is currently in development, to align with strengthened standards.
The ACQSC resource for the standard can be accessed at:
Commencing 1 July 2025:
The provider implements processes to maintain oral health and prevent decline by:
As a sign of my personal attachment to this initiative, I have continued to use the photo of my late mother, taken when visiting her at a care home in England in 2010.
The RACH Readiness Tool is available now. The document is completed by the RACH Clinical Manager or RN and enables the Home Manager to assess the current processes, to ensure the RACH delivers the resident care and meets the requirements of Strengthened Quality Standard 5.5.7.
The tool Is available in Microsoft Word and Adobe PDF formats.
Press or click image (left) to download the Home Readiness Assessment Tool or use the button below. Use the link to the contact form for any questions or concerns.