Tool helps assess likely outcomes of new tech
Providers can benefit from using an evidence-based framework that helps predict and evaluate the success of a technology in aged...
Month: February 2020
Whistleblower claims NDIS fraud taskforce dysfunctional
The task force set up to investigate fraud in the National Disability Insurance Scheme is under-resourced and dysfunctional, a whistleblower...
Bushfire funding available for CHSP providers
Commonwealth Home Support providers whose ability to deliver services has been hit by the recent bushfires can apply for additional...
Home modification overlooked despite desire to stay put
Many older Australians may be forced into care because they haven’t given thought to modifying their homes, according to the...
Union proposes tax to fund universal aged care
The Health Services Union is calling for a Medicare-style levy to fund Australia’s aged care system. However, a former aged...
Input sought to inform palliative care strategy
The Department of Health has launched two surveys seeking information from all aged care providers and individuals to help understand...
Ascom launches new handset for mobile workers
Ascom began rolling out the new Ascom i63 handset worldwide in January 2020. Information and communications technology provider Ascom has...
Telephone program tackles post-discharge isolation
A telephone support program is looking to tackle loneliness and depression in elderly people who find themselves isolated after being...
Progressing to a brighter future for Indigenous Australians
Australian Unity's executive general manager for Indigenous Services Ken Markwell reflects on National Apology Day. This week, twelve years ago,...
mDigital launches new personal alarm system
Australian assistive technology company mCare Digital has added a new personal emergency alarm system that uses 4G, GPS and fall...
Royal commission weighs case for independent navigators
A system navigator independent of providers should be available as soon as people enter the aged care system, the Royal...
SA govt to fund innovative palliative care projects
The South Australian health department has launched a $16-million-grants program to improve access to palliative care services including in residential...