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Audit finds state government aged care facility inappropriately used restraints

An audit on a state government run aged care home found inappropriate use of restraints on residents.

Published: 30 October 2025
  • sa
  • 30 October 2025
  • ABC News

The Disability SA facility at Northgate is home to 23 people with dementia or complex disabilities.

South Australia's Department of Human Services today revealed mechanical restraints have been removed from the site.

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