Industry News
Palliative care workshops for aged care workers
Resthaven employees have taken part in a palliative care workshop to help them provided improved end-of-life care. [ + ]
Designing the aged care accommodation of the future
Architects and designers have been recognised by the federal government for their innovative aged care home designs. [ + ]
The benefits of art therapy in home care
A home care package that provides one-on-one sessions with professional artists is on offer for older people living in their own homes. [ + ]
What does the Budget 2024–25 mean for aged care?
With the federal government handing down its Budget for 2024–25, here is a breakdown of how it will affect aged care. [ + ]
Funding boost for Whyalla aged care
Helping Hand will significantly upgrade and expand its residential care homes in Whyalla, following further federal government funding. [ + ]
Police HomeCare Services launched
A new homecare service will provide disability and aged care to members of the policing community in South Australia. [ + ]
MOU supports greater transparency across aged care
In an effort to bolster greater accountability across aged care in Australia, a new memorandum of understanding has been established. [ + ]
SA dementia-friendly action plan to roll out
An action plan will be implemented in South Australia that will see the state become more dementia-friendly. [ + ]
Paramedics supporting palliative care at home
A proposed national framework could see paramedics playing a bigger role in helping palliative care patients to die comfortably at home. [ + ]
Dementia Australia celebrates 25 years
A new report has been released by Dementia Australia, marking 25 years in research support and innovation. [ + ]
Memory test and blood sample: early Alzheimer's diagnostics?
A new study at the University of Gothenburg is testing the potential for a digital memory test and a blood sample to identify early Alzheimer's disease. [ + ]
Dental care too expensive for many older people
Research conducted by COTA Australia has found that nearly 40% of Australians aged 55+ have delayed or put off a dental visit due to cost. [ + ]
90 years of care: six nurses share milestone
Six nurses from Whiddon's Easton Park site have each celebrated 15 years of service with the provider. [ + ]
My Aged Care review submissions open
A review of My Aged Care has been launched, with submissions open to the public. [ + ]
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. [ + ]
