Aged Care

parent
Aged Care, Opinion
How do I handle it if my parent is refusing aged care? 4 things to consider
Lee-Fay Low Feb 1, 2024

It’s a shock when we realise our parents aren’t managing well at home. Perhaps the house and garden are looking more chaotic, and Mum or

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act
Aged Care
Advocates demand “teeth” in new Aged Care Act
Ritchelle Drilon Jan 30, 2024

Major advocacy groups have released key issues paper urging critical rights protections in Australia’s forthcoming Aged Care Act. They also warned against any delays to the

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VR
Aged Care
Residents go on virtual adventures with new VR tech
Ritchelle Drilon Jan 30, 2024

A new study is exploring an innovative way to improve the quality of life for aged care residents with mild dementia. The research taps into

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care
Aged Care
Inquiry terms welcomed on abuse of older people in care
Ritchelle Drilon Jan 25, 2024

The Australian Law Reform Commission’s newly announced investigation into justice responses to sexual violence has been welcomed by aged care advocates. The inquiry’s Terms of

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reforms
Aged Care
6 priority areas for thriving amid Australia’s aged care reforms
Ritchelle Drilon Jan 25, 2024

The era of reforms and regulatory changes in Australia’s aged care system, aimed at improving the quality of care and support for older people, can

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care
Aged Care
Evidence-based care in aged care falling short
Ritchelle Drilon Jan 25, 2024

While most aged care residents receive best-practice continence care, they do not reliably get optimal treatment for six other common health conditions, new Australian research

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fracture
Aged Care, Research
Simple question about walking may predict fracture risk
Ritchelle Drilon Jan 25, 2024

New research suggests that a simple question about walking ability could help clinicians predict fracture risk among older adults. Published in JAMA Network Open, the

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depression
Aged Care
Uni leads care home depression, anxiety fight with $600K grant
Ritchelle Drilon Jan 23, 2024

A Charles Sturt University (CSU) research initiative has received a $600,000 grant to enhance mental well-being for older Australians entering residential aged care. The university’s

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inflammatory
Aged Care, Research
Inflammatory diets linked to ageing muscle loss
Ritchelle Drilon Jan 23, 2024

A new study from the University of the Sunshine Coast (UniSC) suggests older Australians can help preserve strength and mobility in later years through attention

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course
Aged Care
Dementia course to boost aged care staff skills and leadership
Ritchelle Drilon Jan 18, 2024

Dementia Australia has announced the launch of Australia’s first fully-subsidised Certificate IV in Dementia Practice – a comprehensive training program aimed at advancing the skills

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falls
Aged Care, Research
Exergaming proven effective in preventing falls in older people
Ritchelle Drilon Jan 18, 2024

A new Neuroscience Research Australia (NeuRA) study found that “exergaming” using a smart step system significantly reduced falls among Australians over 65, offering a fun

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longer
Aged Care, Opinion
You can’t reverse the ageing process but these 5 things can help you live longer
Hassan Vally Jan 16, 2024

At this time of year many of us resolve to prioritise our health. So it is no surprise there’s a roaring trade of products purporting

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