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IT investment put on hold

Providers halt and delay IT plans following a change in the licensing arrangements for charitable organisations.

Tue 11/08/2009 12:11:50 / Read More »

Rapid weight loss could be warning sign for dementia

Older people who experience a sharp drop in BMI are much more likely to develop Alzheimer's, according to an American study.

Wed 20/05/2009 09:37:57 / Read More »
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Put your dementia ideas on a poster

The DCRC is calling on researchers to submit ideas for the poster display at its national research forum.

Fri 20/03/2009 10:53:43 / Read More »
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Grants for Alzheimer's research

As much as $100,000 is available to Australian-based organisations conducting research into Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and Alzheimer's disease.

Wed 07/01/2009 04:11:24 / Read More »

Scholarship deadline extended

Applicants for the undergraduate Aged Care Nursing Scholarship Scheme have a week to apply.

Fri 29/08/2008 10:58:19 / Read More »

Scholarship opportunity for nurses

Applications are now open for the annual Aged Care Nursing Scholarship Scheme. Click here for contact details.

Mon 30/06/2008 12:55:40 / Read More »

Evidence-based funding chance

The Department of Health and Ageing's 'Encouraging Best Practice in Residential Aged Care Funding Round' is now open.

Wed 25/06/2008 11:55:47 / Read More »

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CONFERENCES & EVENTS

Redleaf Training leisure & lifestyle seminars

7, 8 March - Melbourne. 28, 29 March - Sydney. 9, 10 May - Adelaide. 17, 18 July - Brisbane.

Fri 13/01/2012 09:52:25 / Read More »

21st Annual Tri-State Conference & Trade Exhibition

26 - 28 February 2012 Albury Entertainment Centre NSW

Thu 01/12/2011 01:52:52 / Read More »

The 4th National ACSA Community Care Conference

The 4th National ACSA Community Care Conference and Trade Exhibition Firm Foundations: Flexible Futures will be held on 21st & 22nd May 2012 at the world class Adelaide Convention Centre.

Thu 15/12/2011 02:27:39 / Read More »

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EDUCATION & TRAINING

The Eden Alternative TM - a TOP 10 Innovation in Aged Care

The Eden Alternative TM philosophy of resident directed care supports and enables residents to live and enjoy life to the fullest, regardless of their frailties.

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Safety assured! With electronic Maintenance Register

Protecting your residents and staff should be one of the highest priorities in an aged care facility. Recent events in the media have highlighted this issue.

Wed 30/11/2011 05:01:02 / Read More »

Safety first, with an Intelligent Monitoring System

Invacare’s new range of Patient Lifters are designed to make life easier for carer and patient.

Wed 05/10/2011 11:19:09 / Read More »

Easystep - Easy Access

At the push of a button, the EasyStep cleverly transforms from a set of stairs into a platform lift, providing easy and safe access to the upper or to the lower level.

Wed 15/06/2011 12:01:09 / Read More »
RESEARCH & CLINICAL NEWS

Who works where in Australian aged care?

All community and residential aged care providers, and some of their staff, are being asked to help paint a complete picture of the sector's dynamic and growing workforce.

Thu 02/02/2012 01:45:33 / Read More »

Stem cell hope for leading cause of blindness.

A preliminary report for a study using human embryonic stem cell transplantation into the eye has sparked hope for reversing the devastating effects of macular degeneration. It's also the first time 'human' embryonic stem cells have ever been used.

Wed 25/01/2012 04:29:06 / Read More »

The problem with medication management

A recent audit into the medication provision practices of almost 50 Victorian aged care facilities has brought to light five key concerns.

Wed 25/01/2012 02:07:27 / Read More »

Fast steps to beating the Grim Reaper

Aussie researchers have found that older men who walk faster are more likely to live longer than those keeping a slower pace.

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The cost of chronic disease and disability

People with long term illnesses and disabilities face serious financial hardship, according to health economists.

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