Keeping up to date: the latest in dementia resources
In this story: Short film for Italian-speaking clients challenges taboos Learning from overseas on dementia-friendly communities Short film for Italian-speaking...
Month: May 2016
Upskilling community care staff in end of life care
Coinciding with national Palliative Care Week 2016 (22-28 May), community care workers are being encouraged to participate in free online...
Innovative disability housing projects on show
The National Disability Insurance Agency is hosting its second housing innovation showcase event next week in Melbourne exploring different housing...
National workshops to support rollout of spiritual care guidelines
Senior managers in aged care will be given a first look at the new national guidelines for spiritual care as...
Arming consumers to navigate a world of choice in assistive technology
Empowering consumers and allied health professionals with comprehensive information about assistive technology is critical for delivering appropriate, sustainable and cost-effective...
Finding ways to reduce care worker stress
Supportive leadership that facilitates cohesive teams and high levels of trust between field and office staff appears to be the...
NSW provider teams up with indigenous chef to produce bush tucker range
Rural and remote home care provider integratedliving has been awarded a national gong for its innovative range of home delivered...
National summit shines a light on ageing with a disability
Some 100 leaders in the aged and disability sectors will converge in Canberra today for a one-day summit to plan...
Home care reform consultation paper launched
The Commonwealth Government has released a discussion paper on the proposed changes to aged care legislation to increase choice for...
Latest resources in food and nutrition
In this story: Snack-style cookbook for elderly and those with dementia coming soon Nutrition guide for older people Snack-style cookbook...
Palliative care app for nurses out today
Coinciding with International Nurses Day, Decision Assist has launched a new free app today, palliAGEDnurse, to help nurses working in...
Latest resources to boost social connection for people with dementia
Alzheimer’s Australia has launched a new guide to assist both individuals and organisations set up social cafes for people living...