Industry News
My Aged Care review submissions open
A review of My Aged Care has been launched, with submissions open to the public. [ + ]
Extra 3.6 million minutes of direct care recorded
Data collated by the federal government reveals historic levels of care being undertaken in aged care homes. [ + ]
Webinars address mental health care for older people
Mental health disorders such as anxiety and depression have a high prevalence among older Australians, affecting at least 40% of aged care residents. [ + ]
Serious risks to back pain patients, investigation finds
Fraud, waste and abuse have been uncovered by an ABC Four Corners investigation into Australia's "back pain industry". [ + ]
Swift action needed on new Aged Care Act, experts say
Leaked reports that the implementation of the new Aged Care Act could be delayed until 2025 have deeply concerned advocates for older Australians. [ + ]
The benefits of silent discos in aged care
Silent dancing and singing has become a daily ritual for residents at the Bolton Clarke Holly facility. [ + ]
The church needs a better understanding of dementia: study
More dementia education is needed to assist clergy in supporting those with dementia and their families, a new study shows. [ + ]
Calls for government to fund oral health scheme
The Australian Dental Association NSW Branch (ADA NSW) is calling for more funding to improve the oral health of older Australians. [ + ]
Could the gut microbiome help to diagnose Alzheimer's?
A new project exploring the role of the gut microbiome in the early diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease has received a round of funding. [ + ]
Aged care worker wage rise a positive step
The recent wage rise handed to aged care workers will improve the lives of elderly people, according to the Australia Institute. [ + ]
Call for dementia-specific tools for GPs
The newest Dementia Australia Honorary Medical Advisor is highlighting the importance of dementia-specific tools for GPs. [ + ]
More data on aged care spending revealed
The amount that aged care services are spending on care, food and wages can now be viewed by older Australians and their families. [ + ]
Final Aged Care Taskforce report released
The Aged Care Taskforce's Final Report has been released by the Australian Government. [ + ]
New VR dementia care program launched
A new program designed to create a network of leaders specialising in dementia care has been launched. [ + ]
Aged care burden carried by women, study shows
Nearly 60% of the world's population over 60 years of age reside in the Asia–Pacific region, which amounts to 630 million people. [ + ]