❓ Hon. M.G. House questions the Minister for Health regarding unfunded beds at Banksia Lodge aged care facility in Mount Barker, given the existing waitlist. The Minister acknowledges the issue and outlines ongoing collaboration with the Commonwealth to address funding and placement challenges.
AnsweredQoN 1250Legislative Assembly
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(1) Is the Minister aware that five beds remain unfunded and unable to be used at the new Banksia Lodge in Mount Barker while people in the community are on a wait list to enter the facility?
(2) With the demand for beds at aged care facilities at a premium, will the Minister take steps to rectify the situation and lobby the Federal Government for funding to enable these beds to be filled as soon as possible?
(2) With the demand for beds at aged care facilities at a premium, will the Minister take steps to rectify the situation and lobby the Federal Government for funding to enable these beds to be filled as soon as possible?
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Answered
13 November 2001
Responded by
Minister for Health
Response time
6 days
1.
Yes. I am pleased to say that two of the people on the waiting list have been able to be accommodated, despite local staffing difficulties.
2.
The State Government is continuing to work with the Commonwealth to find flexible payment options to appropriately place people requiring residential aged care.
Yes. I am pleased to say that two of the people on the waiting list have been able to be accommodated, despite local staffing difficulties.
2.
The State Government is continuing to work with the Commonwealth to find flexible payment options to appropriately place people requiring residential aged care.
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