TAC Online Forum for OTs: Family and Friends as paid support workers

Occupational Therapists are recognised for the key role you play in improving quality and safeguarding for clients in a complex environment. TAC position on family and friends as paid support workers policy was updated earlier this year and are now providing a forum.

The Forum will aim to:

• Provide a background on the reasons for change
• Ensure understanding of the new Policy and Attendant Care Provider Guidelines
• Discuss the application to existing programs
• Explore common challenges in this space and opportunities for collaboration
• Gain your feedback on the changes
• Provide an opportunity for Q&A

Forum details:

• Date: Thursday 10 February 2022
• Time: 1:30-2:30pm
• Mode: Microsoft Teams – link to be provided on confirmation

If you are interested in attending or have any questions, please email disability_stakeholder_engagement@tac.vic.gov.au