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Research and development strategy 2022-2024

About the strategy

Through a strong commitment to being evidence-based and data-informed, we drive the conversation that help us shape the way we re-imagine our tomorrow, including developing new models, technology and innovation to meet the changing needs of our customers.

Strategic research priorities – consultation

35 ACH Group leaders invited to a consultation to ensure we appreciate the breadth of interests, needs and aspirations across the organisation that can be addressed through research.

Their input informed the establishment of 7 priority areas and 5 strategic functions, which will guide the way we will scope opportunities and develop research and development collaborations.

Consultation was conducted through one-on-one meetings with (face-to-face and online) and written submissions from eight Head of and one manager representing:
  • Health and Wellness
  • Home Care
  • Clinical
  • Social
  • Residential
  • Hospitality
  • People and Culture
  • Digital Operations
  • Business Development

Where we are coming from 2020-2021

  • Definition of the ACH Group Research & Development Framework
  • 19 collaborative projects and several peer-reviewed research publications
  • Development of extensive research networks and internal/external business partnerships
  • Creation of internal capacity, capabilities and instruments
  • Creation of a R&D Project Database with information on funding, partnerships, value, and operations
  • Revision of internal policies and processes
  • Development of reporting/communication mechanisms to provide ‘dashboard’ visibility
  • Definition of ACH Group’s role and the role of its partners in research collaborations
  • Consultation with leaders across ACH Group and definition of seven strategic research priority areas

Where we are going 2022-2024

ACH Group will proactively establish research priorities, scope opportunities, and develop collaborations which will contribute to shape the way we re-imagine our tomorrow.
  1. Assist ACH Group to become the recognised leading aged care service provider for engagement in research and translation of evidence-based practice
  2. Strengthen and further develop ACH Group’s commitment to evidence-based approaches in customer care
  3. Strengthen and further develop ACH Group’s internal and external partnerships
  4. Strengthen internal and external understanding in what, why and how we engage in research activities

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What is the best experience you've ever had on your birthday?

Dianne and Brian had an encounter like no other when they were invited on stage with Dame Edna back in 1999, on what happened to be Dianne’s birthday.

Brian shared this story as part of an intergenerational project between Tatachilla Lutheran College students and Perry Park Residential Care Home residents. In this project, students get to know the residents by creating videos about what they learned about them.

Here's what Brian recalls:

“The kids bought us the tickets, and we loved it. What we didn’t know was that they had bought tickets for the front row. So we made it through the first half, and then the second half began. They announced they wanted a couple to come on stage.

And they picked the two of us, for whatever reason, I do not know. It was Dianne’s birthday, so we got up on stage, with twelve hundred people looking at us. I was thinking, 'I hope there’s no one in this crowd that knows me.' We were served a meal; Dame Edna ordered spaghetti Bolognese. Whatever you do, do not eat spaghetti Bolognese in front of twelve hundred people!

We stayed on stage for the second half of the show. It was fun because Dianne ended up with a kiss on her cheek from Barry Humphries, everyone wished her a happy birthday. After the show, we went for a coffee, and everyone kept recognising us, asking if we had been on stage. Needless to say, it was a night to remember, and we got home quite late, at 1am.”

What a story! Thanks, Brian and Dianne, for sharing. We’re sending our Happy Birthday wishes to Dianne at Perry Park today. 🎂🥳 🥂
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What is the best experience youve ever had on your birthday? 

Dianne and Brian had an encounter like no other when they were invited on stage with Dame Edna back in 1999, on what happened to be Dianne’s birthday.

Brian shared this story as part of an intergenerational project between Tatachilla Lutheran College students and Perry Park Residential Care Home residents. In this project, students get to know the residents by creating videos about what they learned about them.

Heres what Brian recalls:

“The kids bought us the tickets, and we loved it. What we didn’t know was that they had bought tickets for the front row. So we made it through the first half, and then the second half began. They announced they wanted a couple to come on stage.

And they picked the two of us, for whatever reason, I do not know. It was Dianne’s birthday, so we got up on stage, with twelve hundred people looking at us. I was thinking, I hope there’s no one in this crowd that knows me. We were served a meal; Dame Edna ordered spaghetti Bolognese. Whatever you do, do not eat spaghetti Bolognese in front of twelve hundred people!

We stayed on stage for the second half of the show. It was fun because Dianne ended up with a kiss on her cheek from Barry Humphries, everyone wished her a happy birthday. After the show, we went for a coffee, and everyone kept recognising us, asking if we had been on stage. Needless to say, it was a night to remember, and we got home quite late, at 1am.”

What a story! Thanks, Brian and Dianne, for sharing. We’re sending our Happy Birthday wishes to Dianne at Perry Park today. 🎂🥳 🥂

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Great story! Happy Birthday Dianne.💖⭐️⭐️