New “one-stop shop” to improve pain management in aged care
A revised and expanded book and additional resources for pain management in residential aged care homes promises to be a...
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Rural services stretched to the limit
Limited aged care and health services in remote Australia triggers an unnecessary number of preventable hospital stays,... -
Baptist Care SA opens first food hub in Adelaide CBD
Older people struggling to pay for groceries and everyday food items are among those benefiting from Adelaide’s first... -
More home care packages as Government commits $662m to aged care
An additional 10,000 home care packages across all levels will be made available as part of the Government’s recently... -
5,000 more seniors to benefit from short-term care
The number of senior Australians receiving short-term restorative care each year will almost triple on the back of the... -
Extra $15 million to support independent living
A $15 million funding boost will enable Commonwealth Home Support Programme (CHSP) providers to complete thousands more... -
Call for younger generations to consider career in aged care
Working in aged care is “rewarding and deeply meaningful” and a career path more young people should consider, says... -
Spreading the word about home care
With the Government rolling out an additional 10,000 high-level Home Care Packages (HCP), many people may still be in... -
Celebrating women in aged care
Women working in the aged care industry across the globe are being recognised and celebrated as part of a new social... -
$4m investment in rural aged care services
Senior Australians living in regional, rural and remote areas will have more access to high quality aged care through... -
Remember loved ones with dementia this Christmas
People mostly associate the festive season with joy and good cheer, however it can be particularly stressful for those... -
Downsizing – a checklist for seniors, caregivers
SPONSORED STORY – Moving is stressful at any age, especially for seniors looking to downsize. -
Café at residential aged care home offers employment for people with disability
A café in Narre Warren, Victoria is providing the community with more than just coffee and cake. -
Welcome funding boost no long-term solution, say industry bodies
A half-a-billion dollar boost to the aged care sector that will support thousands of senior Australians to live at home... -
New technology to help seniors live longer at home
High-tech movement monitoring promises to help more senior Australians live safely in their own homes for longer, thanks... -
National storytelling platform recognises inspiring individuals in aged care
A new storytelling platform aims to give a stronger voice to the many inspirational individuals and stories that make up... -
Art therapy a stroke of creativity
You don’t have to be an expert in drawing or painting to reap the benefits of art therapy. Unleashing your inner... -
Landmark study shows ageism is alive and well among older Australians.
The most comprehensive national study ever undertaken to seek the views of Australians over 50 has found a third of... -
National awards recognise innovation and excellence in retirement living
A number of individuals and organisations have been recognised for their contribution and achievements across the... -
Interactive dementia app encourages ‘a better visit’
A new app by Dementia Australia aims to assist people in connecting and communicating when visiting loved ones living... -
Cookbook celebrates food, family and friends
Opal Aged Care’s Endeavour Home has created a unique way to celebrate their residents’ family history.
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