Aged care providers in Sydney have rallied to ensure the safety and wellbeing of residents during this week’s bushfires.
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Latest News
Knowing when it’s time to sell
The directors of aged care organisations have a range of duties to consider in times of insolvency or mergers and acquisitions, writes Alison Choy Flannigan.
Committee provides two differing reports on restraint rules
A parliamentary committee has recommended the legislation regarding restraints in aged care remain but with amendments to clarify consent laws and further consultation with stakeholders.
Tasmania’s aged care workforce under pressure
Older Tasmanians are more likely to be impacted by failing aged care services than mainland seniors because the state has the highest proportion of seniors coupled with a small number of services, the aged care royal commission has heard.
New disability accommodation guidelines set to come into force
New standards for special disability accommodation will become mandatory by 2021.
ACSA offers members automated procurement technology
Aged and Community Services Australia (ACSA) has launched a new automated procurement portal which allows members to connect with a national network of suppliers.
Regional providers reject return to block funding
Regional community care providers have rejected a return to block funding, saying the benefits of consumer directed care are too important to give up.
Hundreds of providers at risk of insolvency
Almost 200 residential aged care providers with more than 30,000 residents have insufficient funds to cover their liabilities, according to a new analysis by Leading Age Services Australia.
New lab launched to co-design aged care technology
Two aged care peak bodies and a research centre have joined forces to trial innovations and develop technology with older people.
Speaking up can reduce staff burnout, study shows
Supporting aged care workers to express their emotions can improve staff health and wellbeing, according to Macquarie Universirty research.
Govt supports Earle Haven recommendations to strengthen regulation
The inquiry into the sudden collapse of aged care services at Earle Haven has recommended greater regulatory capability and better oversight of approved providers and financial, commercial and sub-contracting arrangements.
Home care reforms leaving most vulnerable behind
Australia’s most vulnerable older people appear to be getting left behind following the Increasing Choice in Home Care reforms.
