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    Consent

    WELLWAYS, CARER GATEWAY

    1. Consent to the collection and use of personal information
    I acknowledge that as part of my participation in Wellways programs, relevant personal information will be collected to assist Wellways to deliver services to me. This includes demographic data (e.g. age, gender, nationality) which is de- identified and provided to Wellways’ funding bodies or partner services for the purposes of improving service delivery and evaluation.

    2. Consent to share information with other individuals and service providers - During our work with you, it is helpful for us to connect with your other supports (e.g. family, GP or other services) to provide safe and collaborative care. I consent to Wellways sharing information with other individuals or service providers relevant to my support. You can let us know about any specific individuals or service providers that you do not consent us to share information with here:

    3. Consent to participate in quality audits Wellways undertakes regular quality audits to ensure we are operating within best practice standards and delivering a high quality of care. Auditors may access and review your file and/or contact you to discuss your experience with Wellways. If you are a NDIS participant, you will automatically be opted in unless you choose to opt out.
    4. Consent to be contacted about research, marketing and advocacy Wellways advocates regularly for changes to policy in support of our participants and communities and conducts research to evaluate our services. As part of this work, we often seek the views and participation of people who access our services. You may also be invited to participate in community events and activities. I consent to being contacted by Wellways regarding research, marketing and advocacy opportunities.

    Acknowledgment of Duty of Care and Handling of Information
    There may be occasions when Wellways is required to share information with an individual or service without having prior consent. This would occur if we had concerns for your safety or the safety of others as part of our duty of care to you, or as required under law. I understand that Wellways has a duty of care and obligations under the law to share information when required.

    Privacy and Storage of Your Personal Information
    Your personal information will be treated in in accordance with the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and the privacy, health record, and data protection Acts of QLD, NSW, ACT, VIC, and TAS and managed in accordance with Wellways’ Privacy Policy. Information is stored for seven years from service exit. To request a copy of our Privacy Policy,
    Minimum Data Set Reporting - Wellways is required by various government agencies and funders to report Minimum Data Set (MDS) information in order to facilitate the monitoring and evaluation of service provision and to plan future service improvements. This information can be provided beyond your participation with Wellways. All information will be de- identified (ie will not contain your name, or Medicare number for example).

    THE CARERS FOUNDATION AUSTRALIA
    I acknowledge that while the foundation, its foundation personnel, associated instructors and volunteers will make every reasonable effort to minimize exposure to known risks; all hazards and dangers associated with these activities cannot be foreseen or may be beyond the control of the foundation, its foundation personnel, volunteers and associated instructors. I agree to release from responsibility and waive any claims that may arise against the foundation or any foundation personnel relative to my attending the retreat and participating in the program and any activities. “The information that we collect from you on this form includes your personal information. Your personal information is protected by law, including by the Commonwealth Privacy Act. The client management system that we are using is an IT system called the ‘Data Exchange’. This system is hosted by the Australian Government Department of Social Services. Your personal information that is stored by the Department on the Data Exchange will only be disclosed to us for the purposes of managing your case. The Department de-identifies and aggregates data in the Data Exchange to produce information for policy development, grants program administration, and research and evaluation purposes. This includes producing reports for sharing with service providers. This information will not include information that identifies you, or information that can be used to re-identify you, in any way. You can find more information about the way the Department will manage your personal information in the Department’s APP privacy policy, which the Department has published on its website. This policy contains information about how you may access the personal information about you that is stored on the Data Exchange and seek correction of that information. This policy also includes information about how you may complain about a breach of the Australian Privacy Principles by the Department, and how the Department will deal with your complaint.”

    As a parent/guardian I give my consent for him/her to participate in the Carers Foundation wellness program and agree to delegate my authority to the foundation personnel involved. Such foundation personnel may take whatever disciplinary action they deem necessary to ensure the safety, well-being and good conduct of the participants as a group, or individually in the above mentioned activity. I have read the program and agree to my son/daughter’s participation in all the activities listed in the program. I have received a copy of how the Carers Foundation cares for my privacy
    (please see above)

    MEDIA RELEASE CONSENT
    I agree that my engagement is subject to the conditions below:

    The talent must at all times observe the directions of the representative of The Carers Foundation Australia (TCFA) and appear in such apparel and such setting and make such statements concerning TCFA as are agreed with TCFA.
    The Talent consents to TCFA photographing and/or recording the Talents voice and or likeness whether by way of film, videotape, magnetic tape, digitally or otherwise. The talent consents to TCFA, its licensees, successors, and assigns, reproducing any photograph and /or recording of the Talents likeness, voice, any other sound effect made by the Talent and any written extraction made of any recording, in any media, whether by television broadcast, radio broadcast, print, online, multimedia broadcast to mobile telephone or otherwise. The Talent consents to TCFA, its licensees, successors and assigns using the Talents likeness for the purpose of promotion or advertising of the sale or trading in the photographs , recording and any copier made. The Talent and TCFA agree and acknowledge that all copyright in the photographs and recordings, including the right of reproduction wholly or in part, belongs to TCFA absolutely. The Talent agrees and acknowledge that the photograph and recordings can be used for an unlimited period of time anywhere throughout the world. The Talent agrees and acknowledges that they will not receive a fee for their service.


     

     

    I acknowledge that while the foundation, its foundation personnel, associated instructors and volunteers will make every reasonable effort to minimize exposure to known risks; all hazards and dangers associated with these activities cannot be foreseen or may be beyond the control of the foundation, its foundation personnel, volunteers and associated instructors. I agree to release from responsibility and waive any claims that may arise against the foundation or any foundation personnel relative to my attending the retreat and participating in the program and any activities.
    “The information that we collect from you on this form includes your personal information. Your personal information is protected by law, including by the Commonwealth Privacy Act. The client management system that we are using is an IT system called the ‘Data Exchange’. This system is hosted by the Australian Government Department of Social Services. Your personal information that is stored by the Department on the Data Exchange will only be disclosed to us for the purposes of managing your case. The Department de-identifies and aggregates data in the Data Exchange to produce information for policy development, grants program administration, and research and evaluation purposes. This includes producing reports for sharing with service providers. This information will not include information that identifies you, or information that can be used to re-identify you, in any way. You can find more information about the way the Department will manage your personal information in the Department’s APP privacy policy, which the Department has published on its website. This policy contains information about how you may access the personal information about you that is stored on the Data Exchange and seek correction of that information. This policy also includes information about how you may complain about a breach of the Australian Privacy Principles by the Department, and how the Department will deal with your complaint.”

     


     

    The Carers Foundation upholds and respects every individual’s legal right to privacy as required by the Privacy Act 1988

    (C’wth) http://www.privacy.gov.au/act/index.html.

     

    To provide effective and high-quality services to Carer’s and to maintain appropriate accountability, The Carers Foundation must collect and store relevant personal information about individuals who access our service. We respect the confidentiality of information you provide and take the privacy of every individual seriously.

     

    What type of personal information does the Carers Foundation collect?

    We may ask for a range of personal information to assist us in providing you with the most relevant and up to date service provision and care. This includes (but is not limited to) names (for you and the people or person you care for), addresses, dates of birth, contact details and employment details. The Carers Foundation may request sensitive

    information, this includes information relating to a person’s religious beliefs or affiliations, racial or ethnic origin and health and medical history. The Australian Privacy Principles set out restrictions about the way sensitive information can be used. Unless you give us your consent, or if we are required or permitted by law, we will only use or disclose sensitive information for the purposes for which it was provided.

     

    How does The Carers Foundation collect personal information?

    The Carers Foundation will collect your personal information directly from you where this is reasonable and practical. This may be during face-to-face meetings, interviews, via registration/feedback forms or telephone calls. We may also collect personal information from fundraising events; third parties – for example, from referring organisations or your parents or guardians; and via our website/facebook page including if you use it to contact us, make a donation or give us feedback.

     

    How does The Carers Foundation use personal information?

    The Carers Foundation will only use your personal information for the purpose for which it was provided for. Such purposes include: advising of upcoming training or retreats, providing information about events; news or publications that may be of interest to you; for the purpose of research and program development; general administration such as internal reporting; as required or permitted by law.

     

    How does The Carers Foundation store personal information?

    We keep personal information securely. We do not share the personal information of The Carers Foundation service users with other staff or volunteers unless it is necessary for service provision. We do not share the personal information of The Carers Foundation service users with any outside person or body, unless we are legally authorised to do so.

     

    Accessing and correcting information:

    You may request to access or correct the personal information we hold about you; or make a privacy related complaint. We ask that if you are aware of any information we hold that needs to be updated or corrected you please let us know as soon as possible and you can contact us if you wish to opt out of receiving newsletters and other communications.

     

    How can you contact The Carers Foundation about privacy?

    By telephone: +61 7 3289 4552

    Email: info@thecarersfoundation.org Website: https://www.thecarersfoundation.org/ or in writing: PO Box 256 Samford QLD 4520