Since 1992, Caroline has been CEO of disruptive consulting and software company Leecare Solutions, Australia’s clinical software pioneers, deploying their web browser, Apps’ rich, clinical and operations software across five countries. She was National President of the Aged Care IT Vendor Association from 2009 -2014, present on the NEHTA Compliance, Conformance and Accreditation committee during that time, supported homes under sanctions as a listed Australian Government Nurse Advisor from mid 1990’s – 2015. Her PhD studied the role of Nurse Practitioners in aged care.
Building a Connected Aged Care System
Precis
As aged care evolves, seamless data exchange is critical for improving care quality and efficiency. This panel brings together government representatives, aged care providers, and technology vendors to explore how interoperability initiatives—such as Health Connect, My Health Record, and other national systems—are shaping the future of aged care. We’ll discuss the challenges and opportunities in creating a connected ecosystem, the role of standards, and how collaboration across sectors can unlock better outcomes for older Australians