AFN looking for survey participants on frailty
The Australian Frailty Network is looking for people aged over 50 to participate in an online study on ageing well...
Informal Carers
Calls for 20,000 new home care packages now
Ten federal crossbenchers have written to the government calling for the release of 20,000 home care packages this this week,...
Older people not always reporting abuse
Annually, 15 June marks World Elder Abuse Awareness Day, a day NSW Ageing and Disability Commissioner Jeff Smith said highlighted...
Unequal caregiving roles create tension
More than half of Australians over 50 who participated in the 2025 Sandwich Generation Report acknowledged caregiving responsibilities often fall...
Free seminar on accessing aged care
Not-for-profit and community-owned aged care provider Warrigal has hosted a free community support seminar for people living in the Illawarra...
HOMELife Technology launches new products
Aged care technology distributor HOMELife Technology has exclusively introduced two new smart products developed in Canada onto the Australian market...
Podcast gives voice to dementia carers
Dementia Australia’s podcast Hold The Moment has released a second season this week, with a focus on the experience of...
NARI launches virtual assistant for dementia carers
The National Ageing Research Institute has launched a new digital platform to improve the lives of carers and people with...
Online burnout test aims to boost carer wellbeing
Caring for loved ones and family members can be both rewarding and challenging, but if carers can recognise the signs...
Volunteering not just a young folk’s game
In the lead up to National Volunteer week – 19-25 May– VMCH is honouring Rosemary Parfrey, who has been volunteering...
Bateman’s Bay welcomes Seniors Wellness Hub
Uniting NSW.ACT opened a new Seniors Wellness Hub in Bateman’s Bay on this week, with head of seniors services on...
Study targets care after hospital discharge
A University of Newcastle and Hunter New England Health collaboration will test the effectiveness of a coordinated transitional care program...