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NATIONAL CONFERENCE

23-25 October 2024
Adelaide Convention Centre

Age of Excellence

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Jennene Buckley

Future-Proofing Home Care: Top 10 Strategies for Success 

Concurrent Session A2 – Home Care Service Sustainability
Wednesday 23 October 2024
2.00pm – 2.30pm
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Director

Enkindle Consulting

Jennene, recognised as a Global Ageing Influencer at the Ageing Asia 2021 Festival, has nearly 30 years of experience in the Health, Aged, and Community Care industry. Renowned for winning multiple national and international awards in the areas of strategy, service design, digital transformation, and innovation.

As a founding Director of Enkindle Consulting, Jennene draws on her extensive experience and up-to-date knowledge of sector-wide reforms, national and international innovation, to assist Boards and Senior Leaders in responding to new changes, models, and requirements in Aged Care.

Jennene has served on NACAC and is a Digital Health Advisor to ADHA. She also holds an Honorary Doctorate from Southern Cross University, served as Director for six years on the Aged Care Industry IT Council, and is an Adjunct Senior Teaching Fellow at Bond University.

Precis

Right now, Home Care providers are developing their strategies and preparing for imminent government reforms. These reforms present providers with a critical choice: should they aim for a seamless transition or take a bold, transformational leap into the future? With the introduction of the new Support at Home program and the Aged Care Act, providers are navigating a rapidly evolving market and embracing technological innovations that promise to revolutionise home care delivery.

The entry of new players into the home care market, some of which have grown to become top 25 providers in just 2-3 years, underscores the urgency for traditional providers to future-proof their organizations. The goal is not just to adapt to reforms but to go beyond them, establishing a 21st-century model for Home Care.
Jennene, the former CEO of Feros Care, transformed a modest organisation serving 95 clients into a diversified operation supporting 60,000 clients annually. Her success story, driven by transformational leadership and innovation, offers invaluable insights. In this session, Jennene will share her Top 10 Strategies for Reform Success and Beyond, drawing from her extensive experience and visionary approach.

Key Strategic Considerations:

1. Client Experience:
• Harness the power of customer journey mapping and voice of the customer programs to build a superior brand.
• Develop internal competencies to consistently deliver exceptional client experiences.

2. Digital Transformation:
• Envision and implement a state-of-the-art technology infrastructure.
• Focus on efficiency, enhanced client and staff experiences, and regulatory compliance.

3. Workforce Innovation:
• Prioritise workforce strategies to ensure a sustainable talent pipeline.
• Enable continuous service delivery and growth through innovative workforce solutions.

4. Future Model Design:
• Explore and understand new Home Care models, products, and services.
• Embrace self-managed care and integrated care models to inform future service development.

5. Role of Partnerships and Alliances:
• Leverage strategic partnerships and alliances to execute future strategies effectively.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to expand capabilities and reach.

6. Strategy and Planning:
• Cultivate a dynamic environment for strategic planning and change management.
• Rethink traditional organisational structures and foster ambidextrous leadership to enable transformational leadership.

By addressing these strategic areas, Jennene will provide actionable insights for Home Care providers to not only survive but excel in the face of reform. This session is a must-attend for those committed to leading their organisation through transformative change and securing a prosperous future in the Home Care industry.

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