Mandatory advisory bodies for approved providers: A smarter approach by The Ideal Consultancy

SPONSORED – In December 2023, Approved Providers will be required to establish two new Advisory Bodies. Recent industry observations have highlighted that consumer participation in Consumer Advisory Bodies hinges on their comfort level and active engagement with providers, which directly affects their ability to make an impact. 

For Quality Care Advisory Bodies, this may entail a new function for providers, while larger providers face the challenge of reviewing their clinical governance framework to determine its integration. 

The Ideal Consultancy has been actively involved in hosting webinars, conferences, workshops, and forums, with more events scheduled in the upcoming months.

Recognising the need for providers to evaluate their governance structure and implement advisory bodies before the December 2023 deadline, The Ideal Consultancy has developed the Quality Care Advisory Body Starter Kit and the Consumer Advisory Body Starter Kit. 

Rather than reinventing the wheel for each provider, The Ideal Consultancy aims to make these resources accessible and affordable for the sector, a gesture warmly welcomed by industry professionals.

The Starter Kits have been thoughtfully designed to assist aged care providers in establishing and operating advisory bodies within their specific contexts. Both kits are applicable to home care and residential care settings. The resources provided are in a customisable word format, allowing providers to tailor them according to their preferences.

The Consumer Advisory Body Starter Kit encompasses a comprehensive guide and a collection of 15 sample documents that can be adapted to suit individual provider environments. These resources offer practical templates and communication guides to facilitate collaboration with consumers and obtain their invaluable input for service improvement and future development. 

Providers who acquire the Consumer Advisory Body Starter Kit also have the option to participate in a weekly Community of Practice forum throughout 2023. This additional benefit is offered at no extra cost and aims to support providers in gaining confidence in operating such forums.

Similarly, the Quality Care Advisory Body Kit features a comprehensive guide and a range of customisable resources. The guide ensures alignment with the organisation’s governance framework and existing reporting processes. For many providers, the implementation of advisory bodies has prompted a review of their governance framework, including meeting and reporting structures.

Establishing and operating advisory bodies does not have to be excessively complex or challenging; however, it does require careful planning and preparation to ensure a successful start from the outset.

For more information or to place an order please contact Louise Greene on [email protected].