Sydney 16 and 17 September 

New speakers added!

Sue Pieters-Hawke, Peter Russell-Clarke and Emma Stokes, have been added to the program.

Click the link to access the full list of speakers and session information: 
Speaker and session information

The focus for the 2010 conferences is equipping leaders and senior staff with information about the changes occurring in the sector and the influences of broader social, economic and environmental impacts. Sessions and workshops are focused on providing practical information on improvement initiatives for homes to adopt and adapt to achieve high quality care.

A discounted early bird two-day registration rate of $550 is available for participants who register and pay by Wednesday, 8 September 2010.  Registration is also available online!  Group discounts are available for five or more registrations.  For more information on group bookings please call 1800 728 589.

Event enquiries
For any event enquiries please contact the Better Practice team:
Tel:         1800 728 589
Fax:         (02) 9687 0412
Email:       betterpractice@accreditation.org.au

To download a copy of the event program or a printable registration form, click one of the links below.

Program
Registration form
Online registration

Please see below for further event details:

The main topics addressed in the plenary sessions are:

  • Current issues and future landscapes of key emerging issues
  • Assessment: fundamental, first, fun, forensic, futuristic and FOR the resident!
  • Accreditation: what the results are showing
  • Taking action now for the future
  • A personal perspective on aged care
  • Bring it all together in a practical way

Conference topics addressed in the concurrent sessions are:

  • Connecting with residents
  • Workforce
  • Built environment
  • Better Practice in a nutshell for residents
  • Maximising technology
  • Safety and quality
  • Measuring corporate performance and outcomes for residents
  • Balancing rights with obligations
  • EBPRAC – Falls prevention project
  • Encouraging innovation
  • Leadership and facilitating change
  • Watch this space - Better Practice projects
  • EBPRAC – Pain management project
  • Effective resident assessment
  • Continuing education
  • Governance

Location
Novotel Brighton Beach
Cnr Grand Parade & Princess St
BrightonLe Sands NSW 2216
Tel:    (02) 9556 5111
Fax:    (02) 9556 5119
Email: H1656@accor.com
Web:   www.accorhotels.com.au

The Novotel Brighton Beach is only five minutes drive from the Sydney International and Domestic Airports. It is situated on top of a shopping plaza and has a restaurant, a health club, swimming pool and tennis court.

Accommodation
Special accommodation rates have been negotiated for delegates at the Novotel Brighton Beach. The standard room rate is $234.00 per room per night including breakfast for one guest in the hotel restaurant. Participants should book accommodation directly with the hotel by phoning (02) 9556 5111 and quoting ‘Better Practice 2010’ as the booking reference.

It is recommended that you contact the venue either direct or through your local travel agent, or you may wish to use one of the following websites to source other venues:

www.wotif.com.au
www.lastminute.com.au
www.totaltravel.com.au

Parking
Indoor secure parking facilities are available for hotel guests at a cost of $25.00 per vehicle per night (includes unlimited entry and exit). Off-street parking is also available in the streets surrounding the venue.

Access for people with disabilities
Please contact the Better Practice events team to ensure any requirements can be met before registering.

Meals
Please advise special dietary needs either via the registration form or in writing if you would like us to make alternative arrangements on your behalf.

Please Note: Dietary requirements received less than 72 hours prior to the event cannot be guaranteed. Kosher meals may be available, however please note this may be at an additional cost.

Registration inclusions

  • entry to event sessions for the nominated day/s
  • morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea
  • event satchel
  • networking function
  • exclusive access to speaker presentations on our website

Insurance
We do not accept responsibility for personal accidents, injuries, theft and/or damage to the property of participants. Travel insurance is recommended for travel within Australia.

Registration desk details
Registration for the event will be available in the Ballroom foyer from 8am each day.

Separate registrations
Each person must be separately registered for one or both days, no shared registrations are permitted.

Disclaimer
All information is correct at time of printing. We reserve the right to change speakers, topics and/or times due to unforeseen circumstances. The views of speakers presenting at the Better Practice event do not necessarily reflect those of the Agency.

General information
All correspondence regarding your registration will be sent via email or post once your registration form has been received and processed. If you register and do not receive a confirmation either by email or post within seven working days please contact the Better Practice events team.

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