Older people may be in danger of scurvy: research
Cognitive impairment amongst some older Australians could be tied to low vitamin C levels, new research has found. The study,...
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Provider recognised for multicultural work
Aged care and disability provider 3Bridges has been honoured at this year’s Premier’s Harmony Dinner. It won the medal for...
Providing home care during a natural disaster
When the recent floods devastated parts of NSW and Queensland, many home care providers found themselves on the frontline. Nick...
Grant to fund further study into dementia-friendly communities
An award-winning project to create an inclusive and supportive community for people with dementia and their families will be included...
Neighbourhood facilities can impact on ageing: study
The area where an older person lives can influence their health as well as decisions about when to move out...
Funding boost for community programs
Outreach initiatives, technology workshops and community art programs for isolated older Australians are among a raft of proposals that will...
Revolution in sensing technology empowers older people
Technology is important to creating an age-friendly future for seniors, according to industry experts. Representatives of NSW universities, industry and...
Home care provider joins smart clothing project
South Australian home care provider Enabling Confidence at Home is partnering with a smart clothing brand and the University of...
Lack of staff, RATs top provider concerns
Staff shortages and a lack of rapid antigen tests are among the top concerns of home care providers, a survey...
App helps people with dementia create care circles
People with dementia will be able to build personal care networks through a new app designed to help them remain...
Twin study offers hope for Alzheimer’s disease
A recent study revealed that one of the hallmark features of Alzheimer’s disease is only partially connected to genes. The...
Trial of rapid antigen testing in home care
The cost of running rapid antigen tests in the home care sector is significantly less than the cost of managing...