1 in 4 living with dementia suffer malnutrition: research
07 July, 2023New research has revealed that one in four people living with dementia in long-term care facilities suffer from malnutrition.
Aust aging research on the world stage
23 June, 2023 | Supplied by: National Ageing Research InstituteNARI has presented its work at the International Association of Gerontology and Geriatrics 2023 Asia/Oceania Conference — a global forum for the aging research sector to share new research and projects.
New program to reduce falls risk
23 June, 2023A new program, called Strength Training, Rehabilitation and Outreach Needs in Geriatric Medicine — or STRONG, has officially opened at Concord Hospital.
Multicultural education campaign zeros in on elder abuse
23 June, 2023The 'Have You Thought About Later Life?' campaign urges older people to safeguard themselves by organising their wills and other important legal documents.
Paul Sadler appointed Meals on Wheels Chair
23 June, 2023Aged care industry expert Paul Sadler has been announced as the new Chair of the Meals on Wheels Australia Board.
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.
Centre for biological age reversal opens medical suite
25 May, 2023'Chi Longevity' — a global centre of excellence for biological age reversal — has opened an inaugural medical suite in Singapore.
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.
Aged care provider engages laughter therapists to boost mood, morale
12 May, 2023Aged care provider Cranbrook Care is rolling out the Laughter Care program, delivered by Australian charity The Humour Foundation, at five care facilities.
Puppies introduced into aged care facility
20 April, 2023Alino Living's Killarney Court aged care facility has extended its pet therapy program with the addition of two 12-week-old King Charles Cavalier puppies.
Home-based care: Silverchain, Swinburne to pilot digital intervention for depression
06 April, 2023The e-EMBED program employs digital technologies to facilitate the delivery of effective psychological strategies to home care clients.
Higher magnesium intake could reduce dementia risk
31 March, 2023A study of 6000 cognitively healthy participants has found that an increased intake of magnesium-rich foods such as spinach and nuts could also help reduce the risk of dementia.
Study explores care home diets and their inflammatory potential
31 March, 2023An analysis of food consumed by more than 600 residents at 32 long-term homes in Canada has shown the need to make diets healthier for residents.
