aged care

allied
Aged Care
Aged care needs 25,000 more allied staff to meet care standards
Ritchelle Drilon Nov 7, 2023

The Australian Council of Deans of Health Sciences is raising the alarm over a predicted shortfall in allied health workers in aged care as the

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communication
Aged Care
Poor communication, lack of choice persist in aged care: Report
Ritchelle Drilon Nov 2, 2023

A new report from the Older Persons Advocacy Network (OPAN) reveals that poor communication and lack of choice and control remain among the top issues facing older

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care
Aged Care
Research: Engaging nurses central to aged care improvements
Ritchelle Drilon Oct 24, 2023

As the nation grapples with the implications of the royal commission into aged care, researchers from Monash University highlight the critical need for a highly

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minutes
Aged Care, Opinion
Ensuring sustainable staffing for aged care: Why a commonsense approach is needed towards mandated care minutes
Faye Spiteri Sep 28, 2023

It’s imperative we support our elders to live with dignity and grace, ensuring they have access to the best possible care. From 1 October 2023,

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design
Aged Care
Aged care transformation: New design principles to redefine residential living
Ritchelle Drilon Sep 12, 2023

Australia’s aged care sector is on the brink of a significant transformation, with the impending introduction of National Aged Care Design Principles and Guidelines. The

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sustainability
Aged Care, Sponsored Story
The sustainability journey for aged care
Ritchelle Drilon Sep 5, 2023

There is no denying that much of corporate Australia is going through a green transition, with many stakeholders including investors, employees and consumers expecting businesses

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dining
Aged Care
Cooking up improvements in aged care dining experience
Ritchelle Drilon Aug 31, 2023

In a strategic move to revolutionise aged care dining experiences and bolster residents’ well-being, the Albanese Government is rolling out a free training program aimed

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hotline
Aged Care
Food hotline launches for aged care concerns
Ritchelle Drilon Aug 10, 2023

A dedicated food hotline has been launched to address complaints and offer nutritional guidance, establishing a vital channel for addressing nutrition-related issues. This initiative, a

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levy
Aged Care, Opinion
Money’s tight for young people. Adding a Medicare-style levy to everyone’s tax bill is the wrong way to increase aged-care funding
Nicole Sutton Aug 10, 2023

The funding of Australia’s aged care is fast reaching a critical point. As our recent report shows, the costs of providing high-quality services will likely

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SMS
Aged Care, Opinion
How SMS is enhancing our loved ones’ Aged Care experience
Jonathan Walsh Jul 25, 2023

The landscape of Australia’s aged care has been rapidly evolving for years – with the focus on providing compassionate and efficient services for our elderly

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employer
Aged Care, Opinion
Thriving in the care worker market – being an employer of choice
Giovanni Siano Jul 20, 2023

It is no secret that the aged care industry is currently facing significant workforce challenges, with the demand for skilled professionals far exceeding the available

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facility
Aged Care
Aged care facility in Dubbo to close, residents to be relocated
Ritchelle Drilon Jul 13, 2023

Over 30 residents of St Mary’s Villa, an aged care facility in Dubbo, have been informed that they must relocate due to the facility no

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