Senior Australians are increasingly spending their retirement years wisely volunteering, remaining active and applying skills developed over illustrious careers to support their local community. Retiree
The Albanese Government has taken a significant step towards simplifying the aged care system with the introduction of the Integrated Assessment Tool (IAT) on 1
A study has revealed that improvisation techniques could be the key to improving empathy among healthcare professionals. Researchers from Edith Cowan University (ECU) in Australia,
The Australian College of Nursing (ACN) has released a position statement on Artificial Intelligence (AI), highlighting the transformative potential of AI in nursing while emphasising
Health systems work better if they are designed to meet the contemporary needs of the community and to deliver what they aim to achieve – healthy
Dementia Australia has launched a groundbreaking initiative to empower local communities in creating more inclusive environments for people living with dementia. The organisation has distributed
The Albanese Government is making significant strides in improving the quality of care in Australian aged care facilities. Two key initiatives are at the forefront
Australia’s first electronic screening and risk prediction tool for deterioration in aged care residents has won a top national prize for its positive impact on
The Australian Government has unveiled a comprehensive $4.8 million national campaign to address the alarming rise in elder abuse across the country. Set to launch
A groundbreaking study from Macquarie Business School has uncovered a concerning trend in Australia’s aged care system: single women are likely to spend significantly more
The 2024 National Pain Survey of nearly 2600 people living with chronic pain has found that pain doesn’t just affect the person living with the
The 5th Annual Aged Care Week, held from 25-27 June 2024 at the ICC Sydney, brought together over 500 industry leaders to address the critical