Webinars address mental health care for older people
12 April, 2024Mental health disorders such as anxiety and depression have a high prevalence among older Australians, affecting at least 40% of aged care residents.
The benefits of silent discos in aged care
04 April, 2024Silent dancing and singing has become a daily ritual for residents at the Bolton Clarke Holly facility.
Study reveals high level of antidepressant use in aged care
14 March, 2024According to a new study, antidepressant use has increased at aged care facilities — with six in 10 residents taking this medication.
Pilot project immerses dementia patients in nature
07 March, 2024People with early stage dementia can now make use of a nature-based respite program in the Loddon-Mallee region.
Reducing symptoms of depression in older Australians
15 January, 2024A new model of care that aims to reduce symptoms of depression in older people will be trialled in Victoria.
Less healthy older adults more vulnerable to scams
20 November, 2023A new poll by the University of Michigan shows that people with worse mental or physical health are more likely to experience fraud.
Digestive diseases in older adults linked to loneliness, depression
14 September, 2023An American study has found psychological factors are a contributing element to developing digestive diseases among older adults.
Designing experiences that help residents thrive
25 August, 2023Lucy Temby from Cranbrook Care reflects on how meaningful lifestyle activities enrich the lives of older residents.
Cognition and financial decision-making — what role does gender play?
11 August, 2023Women can competently take over financial decision-making when they perceive a decline in their husband's cognitive ability, but the same can't be said for men, according to University of Queensland research.
Razor-sharp memory of 'superagers' linked to faster movement: study
21 July, 2023Most people's memory function gradually declines as they age; however, 'superagers' appear to be able to avoid this age-related deterioration.
New generation of researchers promotes dignity in care
14 July, 2023Involving several European universities, the InnovateDignity project aimed to train a new generation of researchers willing to take on societal challenges related to dignity in care for older people.
Male loneliness: the role of camaraderie and community involvement
16 June, 2023According to Mental Health First Aid Australia, as many as one in four men will experience a mental illness in their lifetime.
Study explores use of antipsychotic drugs in Canadian care homes
09 June, 2023While most aspects of care quality in long-term care homes did not differ, a Canadian study shows that the use of antipsychotic drugs increased in all provinces in the first year of the pandemic.
Retired cabinet maker's lolly trolleys bring joy to older care residents
19 May, 2023For 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.
Safeguarding seniors' mental health
16 May, 2023 by Patricia Sparrow and Maria Katsabanis*Following the release of a research report on mental health of older Australians, industry body COTA is calling for a national strategy and improved literacy and education around evidence-based coping strategies.
