HammondCare expands rescued greyhound pilot
26 May, 2023A pilot of rescued greyhounds visiting HammondCare aged care homes will be expanded so more older Australians can enjoy the experience.
SA pilot highlights need for training in end-of-life care
25 May, 2023An SA pilot project has highlighted the benefits of taking comprehensive and appropriate measures to improve palliative care in residential aged care.
New palliative care hub opens in Victoria
12 May, 2023A new Palliative Care South East community hub in Narre Warren will provide essential end-of-life care to terminally ill Victorians.
Lessons in modern ageing
05 May, 2023 by Charlotte NewtonJulianne Parkinson, founding CEO of the Global Centre for Modern Ageing, shares her insights on the key challenges facing the industry and how Australians can age well.
Award for doctor helping depressed palliative care patients
04 May, 2023Dr Wei Lee has been recognised with an award for his work evaluating the drug ketamine to help patients at end of life facing major depression.
Victoria expands Better at Home program
13 April, 2023The Victorian Government has expanded the Better at Home program, supporting Victorians to get the care they need, in the comfort of their own home.
Thailand trials new model of care for older adults
24 February, 2023As part of a trial funded by the World Health Organization, researchers in Thailand have implemented a new model of care for older adults.
Bungree to expand care finder service offering, locations
23 February, 2023Bungree Aboriginal Association is set to offer care finding services to people in the Central Coast, Lake Macquarie, Cessnock and Maitland local government areas.
Technology-enabled home care
23 February, 2023 by Mansi GandhiA project by the National Ageing Research Institute (NARI) and home care provider Silverchain hopes to innovate home care delivery with the help of technology.
Two new aged care providers for Macedon Ranges, Vic
10 February, 2023Benetas and Intereach are set to deliver aged care services currently provided by Macedon Ranges Shire Council, Victoria.
Corporate volunteering program to improve social connection
15 December, 2022Aged care provider Bolton Clarke is planning to use its HOW-R-U? program to improve social connection for older people over the festive period.
Research highlights the role of technology in medication safety
30 September, 2022A new project led by Macquarie University will demonstrate how sophisticated and user-friendly IT systems can improve the management of medication.
Capped home care fees could limit freedom to choose: ACCPA
23 September, 2022New analysis has shown that restrictive capping of home care fees could limit consumer choice when accessing services in the comfort of home.
Liaison nurses support hospital-to-home transition
23 September, 2022Regaining independence at home after a hospital stay can be difficult for older people, with the period after a hospital admission representing increased risk of falls and other health issues.
Aged care staff survey highlights need for action
19 August, 2022A new survey has revealed that the majority of people who continue working in aged care do so because of their relationships with residents they care for and their families.
