New members for the Aged Care Council of Elders
Last month, the Aged Care Council of Elders started a new term and welcomed 4 new members. They join Chair Anne Burgess and 8 returning members.
The Council of Elders engage with older people across Australia and listen to their views about the changes to aged care.
Members provide advice to Government about what matters to people when it comes to ageing and the aged care system.
The Australian Government appointed the 13 members of the Council for their diverse lived experiences and geographic perspectives. They have strong connections in their communities and lived experience of aged care.
New members joining the council are:
- Dr Ponniah Anandajayasekeram PhD (Dr Ananda)
- Russell Westacott
- William (Uncle Benny) Hodges
- Associate Professor John Cullen
Returning members are:
- Anne Burgess AM (Chair)
- Anna Harrison AM
- Gillian Groom AO
- Gwenda Darling
- Dr John Davis
- Julie Rankin
- Aunty Lyn Cullinane
- Lynda Whiteway
- Val Fell OAM
Read more about the Council of Elders. You can also join the Aged Care Council of Elders Facebook group.
Let's change aged care, together
Every Australian should feel confident about accessing high quality and safe aged care, when and where they need it.
The changes mean Older people will have greater choice and control, services that respect and meet their needs, and support to stay independent as they age.
To find out more and help design the changes, visit the Get Involved page or call 1800 318 209.