The Department of Health has launched two surveys seeking information from all aged care providers and individuals to help understand the demand and supply of palliative care services.
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Latest News
Ascom launches new handset for mobile workers
Information and communications technology provider Ascom has launched a new device that allows aged care organisations to use their existing Wi-Fi networks.
Cleaners fight infection, improve wellness
Cleaning techniques have a role to play in the wellbeing of people living and working in residential aged care, writes Jonas Cruz.
Greenway Views welcomes first residents
Retirement living provider LDK Healthcare has opened the doors to its $270 million Greenway Views Seniors’ Living Village in Canberra.
Services at risk of failure without funding boost, peaks warn
Aged care provider peak bodies have reiterated concerns about the viability of facilities in rural and remote areas following a new analysis on the financial performance of these services.
Resource aims to encourage mental health conversations
A group of allied health professionals has shared their personal mental health stories to help raise awareness and improve the mental health of aged care residents.
Number of loss-making facilities in country areas ‘scary’
The number of loss-making facilities in outer regional, rural and remote areas is on the rise, with homes in South Australia struggling the most, a new report shows.
Telephone program tackles post-discharge isolation
A telephone support program is looking to tackle loneliness and depression in elderly people who find themselves isolated after being discharged from hospital.
Progressing to a brighter future for Indigenous Australians
National Apology Day is an important occasion to reflect and celebrate how far we have come to support reconciliation and what more needs to be done in the future, writes Ken Markwell.
mDigital launches new personal alarm system
Assistive technology specialist mCare Digital has released a new personal emergency alarm system.
Royal commission weighs case for independent navigators
A system navigator independent of providers should be available as soon as people enter the aged care system, the Royal Commission has heard.
Super fund offers aged care staff discounted housing
Industry superannuation fund First State Super has expanded an affordable housing initiative to Victoria to help people working in health, aged care and other community service roles live closer to where they work.
