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enormously over the years.
“In the 1990’s people would come into
care and they would be quite mobile
and they were much younger and they
had very strong social connections in
the community. They would go home
and spend time with loved ones
on weekends. That has totally and
fundamentally changed now.
“The average age of entry is now 90
with four to six complex morbidities,
they are immobilized due to disease
processes. They don’t go home, they
stay with us. They have a very high
level of acuity that needs one to one
personal care.”
Hall & Prior has stood steadfast on its
principles despite the changing nature
of the requirements of the industry.
From its inception in 1992, each client
and resident is treated as a unique
individual who deserves respect,
dignity, privacy and the opportunity
to participate in the decision making
process regarding his or her care at the
home.
These core principles have stood the
test of time and as a result of practising
themassiduously, Hall &Prior hasgrown
in size and reputation. As it has gained
clients and residents it has expanded
the number of aged care homes and
the total number of beds.
In view of the great demand for its
services,Hall&Prioriscurrentlyengaged
in three new projects. Of these, two are
located in Western Australia and one is
in New South Wales. A total investment
of $120 million will be made to provide
400 new residential beds.
Award Winning Practices
Hall & Prior operates on the principle
that its clients and residents are entitled
to the best available professional care,
privacy and dignity. Its homes are run