Australia is missing harmonised financial powers of attorney laws
Most adult Australians know that they can appoint someone to make financial decisions on their behalf should this ever be...
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Help the body, help the mind
Dementia is more than just a memory problem; it profoundly disrupts mental health, daily life, and the wellbeing of both...
Taking charge after dementia diagnosis
Our research conducted at Flinders University suggests a new approach may help people feel more positive about the future after...
Redress Payments and the new Aged Care Act
The National Aged and Community Care Roundtable for Forgotten Australians (National Roundtable) is a crucial forum addressing the unique needs...
Care finders navigating to nowhere
The term ‘Forgotten Australians’ refers to the estimated half a million children who were placed in institutional or out-of-home ‘care’...
Security concerns hold tech-savvy seniors back
Maintaining social connections at every stage of life is vital for wellbeing. Digital technology has provided new, effective ways for...
Spotlight on medications in new standards
Medication management has a far-reaching impact on all our consumers. Clearly the higher the package the more likely there will...
Keep sharp for vitality in later life
As we age, it's common to hear about the challenges associated with mental health decline. However, having spent decades immersed...
We can do more to support seniors at home
The release of the federal budget 2024 brings hope for older Australians. For instance, the federal government's commitment of $882...
How Carer Gateway helps address fatigue
There are approximately 2.7 million carers in Australia. These individuals often put their own careers and lives on hold to...
Are you across the new clinical care standard?
The strengthened aged care quality standards – due to commence with the new Aged Care Act – incorporate several changes...
The importance of exercise in later life
Exercise and physical activity have profound health benefits for people of all ages including older adults. Studies have proven that...