Community Therapy Podcast

Scott Lynch

Welcome to the Community Therapy Podcast, hosted by Community Therapy founder and director, Scott Lynch. Scott absolutely loves community healthcare and is passionate about healthcare businesses being built on the delivery of great healthcare! Scott commenced his professional career as a Physiotherapist and continues to love nothing more then supporting clients. Most of his time is now spent being privileged and blessed to support and be surrounded by the Community Therapy team. You will find a mix of interviews with:- health professionals about evidence based health care in the community- business founders and managers about how to operate outstanding healthcare businesses- organisations that support the community health sector. We aim to spread awareness about all aspects of community healthcare to ensure people have access to outstanding community and mobile healthcare services.

  1. MAR 3

    3/03/25 - Aged Care & NDIS Update

    Welcome to the Aged Care & NDIS Update! This edition covers: NDIS – are NDIS reports actually being read?Aged Care Act – updates have been released by the DepartmentAged Care Worker Screening – proposed changesFor more details, check out our LinkedIn newsletter. Want to know more about Community Therapy? Allied Health 👉 We provide allied health services on the Central Coast and Hunter of NSW across the Aged Care, NDIA and Hospital at Home sectors - Make a referralManual Handling 👉 We are experts in manual handling training and have industry leading online modules - Learn moreSupport the show

    7 min

  2. JAN 10

    6/01/25 - Aged Care & NDIS Update

    Welcome to the Aged Care & NDIS Update! In this episode, Scott Lynch dives into the latest in Aged Care and NDIS, including: Wage increases for aged care workers.Extra funding for CHSP meal providers.Ongoing efforts to combat NDIS fraud.Updates to the NDIS Board and Advisory Council.Stay up to date with the key news and insights impacting the sector. For more details, check out our LinkedIn newsletter and learn how our manual handling training courses can support your organisation. LinkedIn Newsletter - https://www.linkedin.com/build-relation/newsletter-follow?entityUrn=7164123058020999168 Online Manual Handling Training - https://www.communitytherapy.com.au/courses/manual-handling-training/ Support the show

    5 min

  3. 12/30/2024

    NDIS Pricing and Advertising

    In this episode of the Community Therapy Podcast, Scott Lynch discusses recent developments in the NDIS and Aged Care sectors, focusing on NDIS pricing reforms led by IHACPA and the ACCC's warnings regarding misleading advertising practices. The episode aims to provide listeners with concise updates on industry news and highlights the importance of pricing parity and ethical advertising in supporting participants effectively. Takeaways NDIS pricing is currently managed by the NDIA.IHACPA is tasked with exploring future NDIS pricing reforms.Pricing harmonization is crucial for workforce stability.Misleading advertising can harm NDIS participants.ACCC is actively investigating problematic advertising practices.Community Therapy offers valuable online training courses - learn more hereSupport the show

    8 min
  4. Episode 21 - Scott Lynch

    09/01/2024

    Episode 21 - Scott Lynch

    Welcome to the first LIVE in-person episode of the Community Therapy Podcast! In this episode we have somewhat of a role-reversal. Scott Lynch (Founder and Managing Director) is interviewed by Harry Keating, who works in the communications and marketing team at Community Therapy. Together they discuss Scott’s career as a Physiotherapist and explore how Community Therapy came to be. Scott shares some of his key learnings as the business evolved, and how those learnings apply to our personal lives. We hope you find this chat valuable and entertaining! Timestamps (0:00) Intro (1:16) University Days and Getting Into Physiotherapy (6:03) Scott's Early Career as a Physio and Working With Older Adults (9:20) The Inspiration for Starting Community Therapy (16:40) Evolving and Building a Multidisciplinary Team (19:52) Scott’s Most Valuable Lessons. Personal Development, Meditation and Wellbeing (26:37) Stress Management in Healthcare (32:07) Narrative Based Medicine and Motivational Interviewing (36:52) The Future of Community Therapy and Healthcare Links Community Therapy Website Community Therapy Facebook Community Therapy Instagram Community Therapy LinkedIn Community Therapy YouTube Scott's LinkedIn Harry's LinkedIn Support the show

    43 min

  5. 05/03/2024

    Episode 20 - HEAL Urgent Care

    In this episode, Scott Lynch (Managing Director of Community Therapy) speaks with Tim Stewart (CEO & Medical Director of HEAL Urgent Care). HEAL is a walk-in urgent care clinic for non-life-threatening injuries and illnesses, with the goal of providing excellent care for patients while easing the burden on public emergency departments. Scott and Tim discuss how HEAL Urgent Care was built from the ground up - from ideation to the first week of operation. We hope you find this insightful and inspiring! Resources HEAL Urgent Care Website HEAL Urgent Care Facebook HEAL Urgent Care Instagram HEAL Urgent Care LinkedIn Tim's LinkedIn Community Therapy Website Community Therapy YouTube Community Therapy Facebook Community Therapy LinkedIn Scott's LinkedIn Takeaways HEAL aims to bridge the gap between general practice and the hospital, providing an alternative for patients who don't need hospital-level care.Prioritising an excellent consumer experience leads to better health and business outcomes.The clinic offers a comprehensive range of services, including X-rays, pathology, wound repair, fracture management, and more.Timestamps (0:00) Intro and Tim’s Background (4:15) The Journey of Setting Up HEAL Urgent Care (14:46) Importance of Innovation and Consumer Experience (24:58) The Scope of Care at HEAL (35:14) Medicare Urgent Care Clinics and HEAL’s Relationship With The Public Sector (41:33) Challenges and Opportunities for HEAL (49:52) Final Thoughts and The Future Support the show

    52 min

  6. 03/28/2024

    Episode 19 - Navigating In-Home Aged Care Reform

    In this episode, Scott Lynch (Managing Director of Community Therapy) speaks with Lorraine Poulos (Managing Director of Lorraine Poulos and Associates). Together they discuss all things in-home aged care reform. It’s a sector undergoing constant change and review, and many providers feel overwhelmed and uncertain of what the future may look like. In this episode, Scott and Lorraine discuss the reform pathways and explore strategies providers can utilise to best navigate the opportunities and risks that are likely to arise as the sector evolves. We hope you find this conversation useful and informative! Resources LPA & Associates Website Lorraine’s LinkedIn Community Therapy Website YouTube Facebook LinkedIn Scott's LinkedIn Takeaways The in-home aged care sector is undergoing constant change and reform, which presents challenges for providers.Seeking help and support from experts can provide valuable guidance and insights for navigating the complexities of the aged care landscape.Despite the challenges, opportunities for innovation and in the sector will arise as reforms are implemented.Timestamps (0:00) Introduction (1:10) Summary of In-Home Aged Care Reform (5:21) The Challenge of Uncertainty for Providers (11:48) Opportunities and Risks for Providers (18:44) Importance of Care Management (24:58) How Funding Models are Evolving (37:15) Getting Answers and Future Readiness (42:02) Stages of Choice, Resilience and Seeking Help Support the show

    50 min

  7. 02/05/2024

    Episode 18 - Opportunities and Challenges in Aged Care

    In this episode, Scott Lynch (Managing Director of Community Therapy) speaks with Viv Allanson (CEO of Maroba Caring Communities). They discuss the challenges and opportunities in residential aged care, the importance of physical activity and wellness programs for older adults, and the complexities of government regulation and its impact on the sector. We hope you find this conversation inspiring and illuminating! See a list of the resources mentioned in the podcast below. Resources Sunbeam Trial Info Article Sunbeam Trial Study Hunter Ageing Alliance Active Stronger Better Maroba Website Viv's LinkedIn Community Therapy Website Community Therapy YouTube Community Therapy Facebook Community Therapy LinkedIn Scott's LinkedIn Takeaways The funding and staffing requirements in aged care need to be addressed to ensure the delivery of quality care.Physical activity and wellness programs are essential in aged care to improve residents'  well-being and quality of life.Government regulations and reporting can be burdensome and are not always perfectly aligned with the best outcomes for residents.Timestamps 0:00 - Introduction and Background 2:45 - Challenges and Opportunities in Residential Aged Care 8:18 - The Role of Allied Health in Aged Care 11:09 - How Physical Activity Programs Improve Quality of Life 18:19 - Communicating Benefits of Physical Activity to Older Adults 26:20 - Quality Indicators and Regulatory Burden 31:15 - Structural Reform and Government Involvement 38:49 - The Need for In-Field Experience in Government Cabinets 42:38 - Leadership and Maintaining Optimism Support the show

    46 min

  8. 01/03/2024

    Episode 17 - Personality Types & Communication

    In this episode, Scott Lynch (Managing Director of Community Therapy) speaks with Shirley Dalton (Professional Speaker, Leadership Coach and Creator of the Blueprint for Business Freedom). Together they discuss the value of developing an understanding of personality and communication to improve professional relationships. They explore personality types, communication styles, active listening, feedback, and provide practical tips for enhancing communication in various settings. There is so much actionable information in this episode. We hope get some value from it! Takeaways Great communication starts with active listening.Understanding your own personality type can help you adapt your communication to meet the needs of others.Understanding oneself and setting good intentions are important for providing the best experience and treatment in the healthcare setting.Timestamps 0:00 - Introduction 2:25 - Understanding Personality and Communication 8:35 - The REACH Personality Framework 11:07 - Demonstration of Profiling and Quadrants with Scott 21:51 - Adapting Communication in Different Settings 31:46 - Vulnerability and Feedback 40:43 - Identifying Exceptional Communicators 45:35 - How Fulfilment and Quality Communication Are Linked 49:01 - Learning Opportunities with Shirley Resources Complementary 1 Hour ‘Aha’ Session Shirley's Website Shirley's LinkedIn Community Therapy Website Community Therapy YouTube Community Therapy Facebook Community Therapy LinkedIn Scott's LinkedIn Support the show

    52 min
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Welcome to the Community Therapy Podcast, hosted by Community Therapy founder and director, Scott Lynch. Scott absolutely loves community healthcare and is passionate about healthcare businesses being built on the delivery of great healthcare! Scott commenced his professional career as a Physiotherapist and continues to love nothing more then supporting clients. Most of his time is now spent being privileged and blessed to support and be surrounded by the Community Therapy team. You will find a mix of interviews with:- health professionals about evidence based health care in the community- business founders and managers about how to operate outstanding healthcare businesses- organisations that support the community health sector. We aim to spread awareness about all aspects of community healthcare to ensure people have access to outstanding community and mobile healthcare services.

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  • Creator
    Scott Lynch
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2025
  • Episodes
    24
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © 2025 Community Therapy Podcast
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    Community Therapy Podcast