Incontinence in ageing: causes, challenges, solutions
If you or someone you care for is experiencing bladder or bowel control problems, you're not alone. An estimated 1.17...
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Why EI testing should be standard in aged care hiring
In aged care, technical qualifications often dominate the hiring process. Years of experience, certifications, and procedural knowledge are heavily weighted,...
SaH allied health price policy ‘must be revised’
A critical flaw lies within the Guidance for setting Support at Home prices fact sheet published by the Department of...
Support at Home price guidance for consumers
We have worked hard over the past three years to transform our aged care system for the better. One of...
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...
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...