Deepening the impact of support for veterans
As a united community, we can ensure that every veteran's journey is one of dignity, opportunity, and lasting wellbeing, writes...
Month: August 2023
Government spending on community care projected to rise ‘significantly’
Australia’s ageing population will place further pressures on the aged care system and, in turn, government finances, warns the latest...
Dementia rehab program aims to promote independence
Aged care allied health provider Encara has launched a new in-home three-month dementia rehabilitation program that aims to empower participants...
Aged Care Act discussions continue
Peak bodies and advocacy groups have met to provide feedback to the aged care minister on the proposed framework of...
Ageing population requires new model of care, say nurses
In the wake of the findings of the intergenerational report, a coalition of peak nursing organisations is calling for Australia...
First Nations person wanted for aged care commissioner role
The Department of Health and Aged Care is seeking a “talented and experienced First Nations person” to become the nation’s...
Palliative care model suboptimal for people with dementia
Palliative care services in Australia are inappropriate for people living with dementia, an expert has told Community Care Review. “A lot...
‘Critical challenges’ ahead for department
There will be “enormous strains” across Australia’s health and aged care systems over the immediate future, reports a government body....
Aussie joins international dementia research team
Dr Anita Goh has joined the Alzheimer’s Association’s ISTAART Advisory Council, the National Ageing Research Institute has announced. A global...
Last days to apply for latest Men’s Sheds grants
Applications for grants up to $10,000 in the twenty-sixth round of the National Shed Development Program close this week, as...
Weigh up potential impacts of reforms now, providers advised
Home care sector boards should not leave strategic thinking and discussions about mergers and other responses to the reform agenda...
Resthaven launches dementia respite program
Aged care and retirement living provider Resthaven has launched a government-funded short-stay program to support older South Australians living with...