Introducing the Aged Care On-Site Pharmacist (ACOP) Measure

Adelaide PHN is pleased to announce its support for the new Aged Care On-Site Pharmacist (ACOP) Measure, a new Australian Government initiative designed to improve medication safety and quality of care in Residential Aged Care Homes.

Developed by the Department of Health, Aged Care and Disability (DHAD), ACOP responds to key recommendations from the Royal Commission into Aged Care Quality and Safety.

Working in an advanced and flexible professional role, ACOPs enjoy the stability of regular employment and income while making a real impact where it matters most.  

Why It Matters for Residential Aged Care Homes?

RACHs often face unique challenges in managing complex medication needs. ACOP offers practical, hands-on support by:

Providing consistent access to expert medication advice
Supporting safer prescribing and regular medicine reviews
Enhancing collaboration between care teams and health professionals
Offering guidance, resources, and help for residents, families and carers

How PHNs Will Support RACHs

Adelaide PHN plays a central role in helping Residential Aged Care Homes make ACOP a success by:

Understand ACOP’s benefits for RACHs
Learn how to access funding and recruitment support
Get practical steps for implementation

Join Our ACOP Lunch Webinar

Want to learn more? Join our upcoming informative webinar to explore how ACOP works and how your aged care home can get started.

Thursday, 28 August 2025

Time: 1:00–1:30 pm

Speaker: Marc Apolloni, Credentialed Pharmacist & Consultant

Who should attend: RACHs managers, pharmacists, nurses & GPs

Questions? ageingwell@adelaidephn.com.au | (08) 8219 5900

For more information

13 August 2025