Aged care is back in the spotlight, with the federal government’s Support at Home program resulting in long wait times and often difficult outcomes.

Press PLAY to hear Russell Bricknell discuss the crisis in Australia’s aged care sector

Juniper chief executive Russell Bricknell told 6PR Mornings host Chrissy Morrissy that delays in assessment and support processes can have dire outcomes.

“There’s 13 Australians dying every day while waiting for support-at-home packages. That’s more than our national road toll”, he said.

Nicole Walton, owner of Choice Home Help in Geraldton, told Morrissy that the situation is even worse in regional areas. She explained that significant wait times often mean an individual’s needs have changed by the time help arrives, forcing the entire process to begin again.

“There are no nursing homes available, there is no respite available. So, we’re looking after people who would never, ever have been home before in previous years”, she said.

Press PLAY to hear Nicole Walton discuss the aged care crisis in the regions

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