Industry News
GP releases a guide to 'outwitting Alzheimer's'
Dr Helena Popovic is an author and medical GP who became an authority on improving brain function when her father was diagnosed with Alzheimer's. [ + ]
Arcare implements BESTMED medication management system
Arcare Aged Care has implemented the BESTMED eNRMC medication management system across its 50 residences. [ + ]
HammondCare expands rescued greyhound pilot
A pilot of rescued greyhounds visiting HammondCare aged care homes will be expanded so more older Australians can enjoy the experience. [ + ]
Centre for biological age reversal opens medical suite
'Chi Longevity' — a global centre of excellence for biological age reversal — has opened an inaugural medical suite in Singapore. [ + ]
SA pilot highlights need for training in end-of-life care
An SA pilot project has highlighted the benefits of taking comprehensive and appropriate measures to improve palliative care in residential aged care. [ + ]
ACQSC's hot water scalding clinical alert
The Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission recently issued a clinical alert on hot water scalding after a NSW incident where a patient died. [ + ]
Govt takes action to improve food standards
The Albanese government is increasing its commitment to improve food, nutrition and the dining experience in residential aged care. [ + ]
Facility design could cause isolation and mobility loss
QUT researchers say the design of some Australian nursing homes may be worsening the health and quality of life of residents. [ + ]
Retired cabinet maker's lolly trolleys bring joy to older care residents
For months, retired cabinet maker Wayne Gallagher turned the garage of his Fern Bay home into a production line to roll out custom-made lolly trolleys. [ + ]
What does internet usage have to do with dementia?
Researchers followed 18,154 dementia-free adults for a median of 7.9 years and a maximum of 17.1 years. [ + ]
Nurse who kept aged care home 'COVID free' recognised with an award
A nurse credited with keeping her aged care home safe through exceptional dedication to infection control procedures has received the Humanetix HEART Award. [ + ]
Aged care provider engages laughter therapists to boost mood, morale
Aged care provider Cranbrook Care is rolling out the Laughter Care program, delivered by Australian charity The Humour Foundation, at five care facilities. [ + ]
New palliative care hub opens in Victoria
A new Palliative Care South East community hub in Narre Warren will provide essential end-of-life care to terminally ill Victorians. [ + ]
ACCPA launches new campaign to grow aged care workforce
The Discovering Aged Care Careers campaign aims to address the workforce gap via a series of short videos showcasing three successful aged care professionals. [ + ]
Arcare, ReadyTech partner to streamline procurement
Arcare Aged Care has signed a new partnership with Ready Contracts to implement its Source-to-Contract solution. [ + ]
