Introduction
EmpowerLink Nursing and Home Care PTY LTD ("we", "our", or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy and Cookie Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website empowerlink.au or use our services.
Information We Collect
Personal Information
We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide when you:
- Complete a referral or contact form
- Request information about our services
- Subscribe to our newsletter
- Apply for a position with us
- Provide feedback or submit a complaint
This may include your name, email address, phone number, address, and any other information you choose to provide.
Health Information
As a healthcare provider, we may collect sensitive health information necessary to provide our nursing and home care services. This information is handled in accordance with Australian Privacy Principles and healthcare regulations.
Automatically Collected Information
When you visit our website, we may automatically collect certain information including your IP address, browser type, device information, and browsing patterns.
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Provide, maintain, and improve our services
- Process referrals and service requests
- Communicate with you about our services
- Send you updates and marketing communications (with your consent)
- Respond to your inquiries and feedback
- Comply with legal obligations and NDIS requirements
- Protect the safety and wellbeing of our clients and staff
We will seek your consent before using your information for any purpose beyond what is specified in this policy.
Information Sharing and Disclosure
We may share your personal information in the following circumstances:
- With your consent or at your direction
- With healthcare providers involved in your care
- With the NDIA and other regulatory bodies as required
- With service providers who assist in our operations
- To comply with legal obligations or court orders
- To protect our rights, privacy, safety, or property
- In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets
We do not sell your personal information to third parties.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience on our website. These include:
Essential Cookies
Required for the website to function properly. These cannot be disabled.
Performance/Analytics Cookies
Help us understand how visitors use our website so we can improve it.
Functionality Cookies
Remember your preferences and settings.
Targeting Cookies
May be used to deliver relevant advertisements and track campaign effectiveness.
You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings. Note that disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality.
Your Rights
Under Australian privacy law, you have the right to:
- Access your personal information we hold
- Request correction of inaccurate information
- Request deletion of your information (where applicable)
- Restrict or object to certain processing
- Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent
- Lodge a complaint with the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner
To exercise these rights, please contact us using the details below.
Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorised access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy and Cookie Policy from time to time. Changes will be effective 180 days after posting to this page. Your continued use of our website and services after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your privacy rights, please contact us:
EmpowerLink Nursing and Home Care PTY LTD
ABN: 22673905765
NDIS Provider: 4053368653
Caboolture, Queensland, Australia