Peak bodies remind aged care services about rights to healthcare and spiritual care
Two different peak bodies are highlighting the importance for older people to continue accessing healthcare, whether at...
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Creative ideas to fight social isolation among older people
Aged care organisations and providers have been coming up with creative ways to engage their older residents during the... -
COVID-19 and what you need to know about protective equipment
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) has become a huge topic in Australia as the country is battling the COVID-19... -
Government unveils new strategy to strengthen aged care workforce
Over the long weekend, the Federal Government initiated a new strategy to strengthen the aged care workforce and ensure... -
Peak bodies band together for aged care Rescue Package proposal
Seven aged care sector peak bodies have joined together to propose a Rescue Package costing over 1.2 billion to the... -
Welfare checks for elderly who suspend home care services
Minister for Aged Care and Senior Australians, Richard Colbeck, has announced there will be welfare checks conducted on... -
Care Army to assist Queensland’s seniors
The Queensland Government has rallied a “Care Army” of professionals and volunteers to assist Queensland... -
Why right now is the perfect time to volunteer
Volunteering is such an integral part of Australian life and countless organisations, charities and sports clubs rely on... -
Older people avoiding eye appointments risk losing their sight
While the coronavirus is yet to reach its peak, it’s already becoming clear that the after-effects of the pandemic... -
How the aged care workforce and providers have adapted to the coronavirus
Every day there is a new update around the coronavirus and how we, as individuals, can help reduce the spread of... -
Government boosts seniors meal delivery amid COVID-19 demand increase
The Federal Government has provided $59.3 million in funding for organisations that provide prepared meals, food staples... -
Nationwide survey to track Australians wellbeing during the COVID-19 pandemic
Australians are encouraged to be involved in an online research survey from the Global Centre for Modern Ageing (GCMA)... -
Five easy home exercises for older people
Keeping fit and healthy is an important part of ageing well, but it’s even more important now as Australia is... -
‘OK’ card initiative supporting older Australians at home
A Western Australian aged care and disability service provider has implemented a unique way to ensure the wellbeing of... -
How do I continue to get healthcare if I am self-isolating?
As more and more businesses close and the Government takes action to minimise the spread of the coronavirus, or... -
Unannounced visits to aged care facilities postponed indefinitely
The Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission, responsible for assessing and monitoring the quality of Australian aged... -
Government suggests further protective measures for older Australians
The Federal Government announced further measures to protect older Australians from contracting the coronavirus,... -
People with dementia and the coronavirus
Protecting people with dementia from the coronavirus will be difficult and there will be a number of challenges around... -
How home care will change while looking after a loved one from a distance
The coronavirus will change how home care services are delivered at home to recipients, and families will need to switch... -
COVID-19 aged care restrictions and tips for supporting older residents in isolation
Federal Government has put in place visitation restrictions into aged care facilities to protect older Australians with... -
#walkwithher spreads awareness about older women and sexual assault
Pictures of shoes have probably been appearing on your Twitter newsfeed and you may be wondering what the hashtags,...
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