Dementia on track to become leading cause of death
Dementia remains the second leading cause of death in Australia and is likely to take the number one spot in...
Month: September 2019
Feros Care wins international excellence award
Feros Care has been recognised by the Global Ageing Network for its development and implementation of new technologies, including voice-command...
Intelligent surfaces help older people stay at home
Smart coatings on walls and floors that detect changes in the environment could help older people stay safe at home...
New spiritual guide for community providers
The latest resource from Meaningful Ageing Australia provides information for community aged care providers on how to introduce a spiritual...
Stigma compounds difficulties for people living with dementia
The world’s largest dementia study reveals a “dangerous” amount of stigma surrounding the condition, which can leave people living with...
Are you using the CALD Action Plan?
The action plan to support older people from diverse backgrounds helps providers identify how to deliver more inclusive and culturally-appropriate...
A mainstream service’s experience of meeting seniors’ diverse needs
Frank Weits, the chief executive officer of South Australian aged care provider ACH Group, and home care client Pon Pheng...
New funding to improve dementia care and services
The government has announced a $3 million funding boost to support the national programs for training the aged care workforce...
Rate of fall-related injuries on the increase
The rate of injuries caused by falls among older Australians has increased over the last decade, with more than 100,000...
Home care queue drops but 120,000 still waiting
There’s been a drop a drop in the number of people waiting for their assigned home care package for the...
Report reveals falling trust in aged care
The aged care royal commission has improved perceptions of regulation and transparency in aged care but this isn’t translating into...
Air pollution linked to higher dementia risks
Australian researchers have found a clear link between air pollution and an increased risk of developing dementia later in life,...