Aged care nurses are among those awarded scholarships to complete postgraduate palliative care programs under a new initiative that aims to improve end-of-life care across settings.
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Balancing act will test transition to new quality standards
Balancing increased flexibility in care delivery with objectivity in assessment will likely lead to challenges in transitioning to new quality standards, writes Steve Collier.
Noticeboard: Benetas appoints new executive
Also in this story: Council on the Ageing WA appoints new CEO.
Homeshare scheme targets isolated seniors
Two Sydney councils have helped launched an initiative that brings together ageing home owners and younger community members with the aim of reducing social isolation among seniors and delaying the move into residential care.
Resident’s payment class not provided to facility until after entry under new model
The assessment and funding model proposed by the University of Wollongong recommends residents be grouped by 13 payment classes and that facilities not be advised of a resident’s class until after they are in care.
New program targets mental health needs of residents
A new initiative will deliver psychological services to aged care residents and provide training opportunities for staff working in residential care facilities.
Plan provides framework for coordinated action on elder abuse
The government has launched a four-year national plan to combat elder abuse through action in five priority areas including research, education, prevention and the strengthening of support services and safeguards.
Rollout of aged care funding boost begins
The one-off $320 million increase to residential aged care subsidies takes affect from today, the government has announced.
Royal commission hears case for mandatory basic fees
The introduction of mandatory income-tested fees for home care would be positive for both the sustainability of the sector and for consumers, the aged care royal commission has heard.
Avoiding medication when residents become aggressive
There are other solution-focused ways to try and overcome a resident’s aggression or agitation, Tamar Krebs writes.
Unspent funds set to hit $600M
The average amount of unspent funds per home care package client has hit almost $7,000 and total unspent funds are likely to reach $600 million by the end of the financial year, a key financial analysis shows.
‘Innovative strategies’ required to increase nutrient content of Meals on Wheels
Researchers are working with Meals on Wheels to find ways of boosting the energy and protein intake of customers.
