Australia’s Age Discrimination Commissioner Robert Fitzgerald AM is urging retirement homes across the country to step up their efforts in protecting older residents from abuse.
As Australia’s population continues to age, the demand for quality aged care services is growing exponentially. However, this sector faces a significant challenge: a shortage
By automating candidate compliance checks, Uniting NSW drastically reduced candidate time-to-compliance by 25%. High staff turnover, slow hiring processes, and compliance headaches. It’s a familiar
A new study has found that Australians over 70 are living longer than ever before, but this is putting increasing strain on the healthcare system
With rates of dementia in the Illawarra and Shoalhaven regions expected to soar 55% higher than the national average by 2054, a new retreat program
In the ever-evolving landscape of aged care, securing a sustainable and skilled workforce is paramount. As leaders in the sector, you understand the pressing need
The boom in ageing around the world, including China where traditional family-based care is common, is underpinning a tech revolution in elder care, say Flinders
Dementia Training Australia (DTA) has seen a nationwide surge in people signing up for their dementia education programs since the start of 2024. This rising
In the lead-up to World Elder Abuse Awareness Day on 15 June, the Mildura Rural City Council and Seniors Rights Victoria are teaming up to
Restorative and well-being care is essential for enhancing independence and self-confidence in older Australians and improving their quality of life. In Australia, residential aged care (RAC)
Understand the hidden costs behind the common practice of utilising student placements from Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) as ‘free’ labour in the aged care industry.
A recent government report has shed light on the growing concerns many Australian retirees have about making ends meet after leaving the workforce. The findings
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Healthcare Channel acknowledges the traditional custodians of the lands where we live, learn and work. We pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging.
Healthcare Channel acknowledges the traditional custodians of the lands where we live, learn and work. We pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging.
