Industry News
'Care About Aged Care' campaign receives award
A campaign to improve aged care for all Australians has been recognised with an award for Best External Campaign by the Associations Forum. [ + ]
Dementia Australia recognised at the 2022 Future of Ageing Awards
Dementia Australia was recognised at the 2022 Future of Ageing Awards with two projects recognised with major accolades — Talk with Ted and Ask Annie. [ + ]
Major grant awarded to implement technology in home-based care
NARI and in-home care provider Silverchain have received significant funding to support the advancement of in-home care by implementing new technology. [ + ]
15% pay increase welcomed — but more is needed
The Australian Nursing and Midwifery Federation welcomes the Fair Work Commission's 15% interim pay increase in minimum wages for underpaid aged care staff. [ + ]
Aspirin may increase fall risk: study
A sub-study of the ASPREE trial has found that low-dose aspirin provides little favourable benefit in a healthy, older adult population. [ + ]
StepUp for Ageing Research connects volunteers with projects
The University of Sydney's new online matching service helps researchers recruit into studies and helps volunteers access tailored opportunities of interest. [ + ]
$25 million for dementia, aging and aged care research
The Australian Government will provide an unprecedented $25 million for dementia, aging and aged care research through 18 grants. [ + ]
Participants needed to test drug treatment for dementia
Clinical scientists are seeking participants for a Phase 3 clinical trial to test a drug that could slow the process of cognitive decline. [ + ]
Qld's new strategy to support people at end of life
A new strategy and workforce plan includes an additional $171 million investment to improve palliative and end-of-life care for Queenslanders. [ + ]
Research to engage older people in policy discussions
Improving the participation of older people in key policy discussions about early intervention is the focus of Torrens University Australia's latest research. [ + ]
Commitment to aged care reform welcomed
Council on the Ageing Australia has welcomed the comprehensive scope of the aged care reform initiatives funded in this Budget. [ + ]
Quality Dementia Care Action Plan released
Dementia Australia has launched the plan with the aim of improving the quality of care for people living with dementia, their families and carers in Australia. [ + ]
Free training course to improve care for dementia, incontinence
The National Ageing Research Institute has launched a training course, aimed at improving the quality of care for people living with dementia and incontinence. [ + ]
Digital technology could reduce A&E attendance
The use of digital technology in residential care homes can reduce the number of emergency department attendances by 10% each month, according to new research. [ + ]
Department announces revision of Aged Care Supplements
The Department of Health and Aged Care has announced a revision to the Schedule of Aged Care Subsidies and Supplements applying from 1 October 2022. [ + ]
