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
Imagine you’re 90 years old, a grandmother of three and your husband is also elderly and ailing. You need help with almost everything, getting out
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
Australian health authorities are sounding the alarm over low COVID-19 vaccination rates in residential aged care facilities, highlighting a potentially dangerous gap in protection for
A recent Monash University study has pinpointed the top ten signs that may indicate adverse reactions to psychotropic medications in elderly residents of long-term care
A new digital program Ciao! aimed at combating social isolation among elderly residents in Australian aged care facilities is set to pilot in Victoria. The
A new report highlights the affordability of retirement village units across Sydney at a time when house prices are out of reach for many homebuyers.
On 7 August, Australia will celebrate Aged Care Employee Day. This special day is a chance for everyone to say “thank you” to the people
Australian celebrity cook Maggie Beer has long been an advocate for better quality meals in aged care. It led her to a four-month immersion in
The Australian Nursing and Midwifery Federation (ANMF) is sounding the alarm on a worrying trend in aged care. According to ANMF, some aged care homes