At 105 years of age, South Australian Jean Linehan has experienced a lot, and says she knows all about resilience during times of crisis.
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Another COVID-19 death, but also recoveries at Sydney facility
A fourth aged care resident from Dorothy Henderson Lodge with coronavirus has died, the provider has confirmed.
Govt launches new PPE request process, online learning
The Department of Health has launched a new process for aged care providers to order personal protective supplies and a new learning module for aged care workers.
Carinity rolls out infrared temp checks
A Queensland aged care provider has implemented new screening and access restrictions including temperature checks for staff and visitors.
Funding boost welcome, but peaks call for much more
A group of five aged care industry bodies says the government’s $445 million funding boost is not enough for already struggling providers to maintain essential services during the coronavirus pandemic.
Concerns providers over-restricting visitor access
The consumer peak body for older Australians is calling on aged care providers to apply new visitor restrictions safely and sensibly and not in an unnecessarily strict manner.
Govt lifts restriction on international student hours
Aged care providers can offer more hours to international students on their staff to address workforce shortages as part Commonwealth measures to combat the impact of coronavirus.
Our coverage during COVID-19
As coronavirus continues to spread in Australia, we know those in the aged care sector are keen to understand how it will impact them and the vulnerable people they support.
Demand for coronavirus training impacting access
Users advised the new health department training resource on coronavirus works best in Google Chrome as heavy demand impedes access.
Facilities restricting visitors
Aged care facilities are tightening up screening and access practices in response to advice to restrict visitor access to help protect residents from coronavirus.
Govt launches infection control training
The Department of Health has developed a 30-minute online education course for care workers about protecting themselves and care recipients from infection with coronavirus.
Provider offers traineeships to older workers
A South Australian aged care provider has teamed up with the state government and two training services to deliver a new aged traineeship program to mature-aged individuals.
New guide issued for managing coronavirus outbreaks in aged care
The Communicable Diseases Network of Australia has released national guidelines for preventing and managing outbreaks of coronavirus in residential aged care.
Provider launches graduate program
West Australian aged care provider Amana Living has launched an education and mentoring program for new nurses and allied health professionals with 10 recent graduates starting placements this month.
