Articles
Staffing crisis — what can employers do?
It's no secret — filling aged care vacancies is the biggest challenge in aged care, not just nationally, but globally. [ + ]
Safeguarding seniors' mental health
Following the release of a research report on mental health of older Australians, industry body COTA is calling for a national strategy and improved literacy and education around evidence-based coping strategies. [ + ]
Mitigating the legal risks of delivering care in the home
An increasing number of Australians, particularly the elderly, are choosing to receive health and medical care in the family home. This article details the legislative landscape that governs home-based care. [ + ]
An electronic charting revolution in aged care
More than 40 years ago I invented the world's first multi-dose medication management system.1 It was designed specifically for nursing homes, as they were called at the time, but its success in improving medication adherence and reducing misadventure saw it adopted in a range of settings. [ + ]
Budget 2023–24: what does it mean for aged care?
The 2023–24 Budget included plans for an overall spend in aged care of $36 billion in 2023–24. [ + ]
A passion for compassion
From an intensive care nurse to a high-care unit coordinator at Ryman Healthcare's retirement village in Wheelers Hill, Victoria, Charnel Sandy-Hayes has had a long and rewarding career caring for others. Here she tells us why she loves her job and what inspires her to keep giving. [ + ]
Lessons in modern ageing
Julianne Parkinson, founding CEO of the Global Centre for Modern Ageing, shares her insights on the key challenges facing the industry and how Australians can age well. [ + ]
$11.3 billion to fund aged care pay rise, wage theft concerns raised
The Australian Government has announced $11.3 billion in funding to support the Fair Work Commission's decision for a 15% increase to award wages. [ + ]
How electricity could heal wounds three times faster
Chronic wounds are a major health problem for diabetic patients and the elderly — in extreme cases they can even lead to amputation. [ + ]
Aging in place precinct benefits MND patient
Graham Archer is one of the first residents of Calvary's integrated aged care, health and retirement living precinct — designed to facilitate aging in place. [ + ]
ACH to implement GHP model at new SA residential care home
Healthia, ACH Group's new residential care home, set to open in August 2023, will implement the US-founded Green House Project (GHP) model of care, which promotes the autonomy and individuality of residents and staff. [ + ]
Consortium to study sensor tech for residential care falls prevention
HSC Technology Group and partners Whiddon, Anchor Excellence and CSIRO will run a feasibility study involving sensor technology to prevent falls in residential aged care. [ + ]
The incontinence taboo
For an issue that affects a staggering one in three Australians — particularly the elderly — it's surprising that so little is said about incontinence. [ + ]
Technology-enabled home care
A project by the National Ageing Research Institute (NARI) and home care provider Silverchain hopes to innovate home care delivery with the help of technology. [ + ]
The power of putting people first
St Vincent's Care Carseldine's Brett Englart talks about his role as Living Support Manager, and the role of a person-centred approach in providing quality care. [ + ]
