Imprest grant applications are now open for Residential Aged Care Homes in South Western Sydney, supporting the implementation of a consistent imprest medication management system. This funding aims to streamline processes, reduce errors and improve resident safety.
Key points
- Funding is available to support 15 RACHs with $4,000ea
- RACH must be located in South Western Sydney, which includes the local government areas of Bankstown, Camden, Campbelltown, Fairfield, Liverpool, Wollondilly and Wingecarribee.
- RACH must have a registered nurse on shift 24 hours per day, seven days per week
- Application deadline extended to Thursday, 30 April 2026
- Installation must be completed by 30 June 2026
An imprest system allows appropriately registered health practitioners to access medications for urgent and end-of-life use. Examples include antibiotics, Schedule 8 medicines and palliative care core medicines.
Schedule 8 medicines – NSW Health
This is particularly important during the after-hours period when there may be limited access to pharmacy. Imprest medications will be stocked as ‘ward stock’ not yet prescribed for a specific resident. They may be accessed after-hours by a registered health practitioner and dispensed following a medication order.
Having access to anticipatory and emergency after-hours medications improves resident care and may avoid the need for emergency department transfers.
Project timeline
| Action | Date |
|---|---|
| Applications open | 15 December 2025 |
| Applications close | Thursday, 30 April 2026 |
South Western Sydney PHN invite RACHs to apply for grants to implement an imprest medication management system. Funding has been allocated to support 15 facilities to receive $4,000 to cover:
- setup costs
- permit applications
- safe installation
- initial stock
- support sessions for policy development
- staff training
- participation in communities of practice
Applications deadline extended to Thursday, 30 April 2026
Complete the below application to provide details of your RACH’s plan to implement, communicate and maintain the imprest system, including setting up a medication administration committee or uploading the existing committee’s Terms of Reference.
For enquiries, email agedcare@swsphn.com.au. Successful applicants must comply with relevant laws and enter an agreement with SWSPHN.