Industry News
New Aged Care Act welcomed by advocacy body
An announcement that the bill for the new Aged Care Act will be introduced to parliament has been welcomed by advocacy groups. [ + ]
Using sensors to support aging at home
The use of sensors could allow older Australians to remain in their homes for longer, according to some experts. [ + ]
Helping older people stay local
Older people in rural and remote communities will receive more opportunities to stay close to family and friends when moving to residential care. [ + ]
Supporting Stolen Generations survivors with dementia
More needs to be done to support Stolen Generations aged care residents with dementia, experts say. [ + ]
Dementia and sex in aged care
The sexual health of people living with dementia needs to be considered in aged care settings, according to a US sexologist. [ + ]
Additional funding for dementia health care
Monash University will receive $1.3 million in federal government funding to update guidance for dementia care. [ + ]
The benefits of art for aged care residents
Art and design principles are now being used to improve the wellbeing of residents living with dementia. [ + ]
Research funding for infection prevention and control
Targeted research into improving infection prevention and control in aged care homes will attract $3.7 million in federal government funding. [ + ]
Stop delaying action on aged care reform, advocates say
A new rights-based Aged Care Act urgently needs to be introduced, according to advocacy groups. [ + ]
High demand for residential aged care centres
There has been a strong interest in residential aged care facilities due to a lack of national stock, according to Colliers. [ + ]
Aged care resident suffers severe burns, provider fined
A $66,000 fine has been issued to a Melbourne aged care provider after a resident suffered severe burns from a wall heater and later died. [ + ]
Using VR education to help dementia patients with dining
A workshop designed to support aged care workers in improving meal times for dementia patients has been launched. [ + ]
Say "no" to the nursing home, urges campaign
A new television, radio and digital campaign has been launched that calls for Australians to embrace independent living as they age. [ + ]
Progress report released on Aged Care Royal Commission
The 2024 Progress Report on the Implementation of the Recommendations of the Royal Commission into Aged Care Quality and Safety has been published. [ + ]
High school students receive aged care opportunities
A collaborative training program has been developed within the Quirindi community that gives school students opportunities within the aged care sector. [ + ]
