An architecture practice and three universities have secured over $1 million to develop a new model of shared living and learning for seniors and school students.
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ACIITC report shows impacts of aged care technology
The sector’s technology council has produced a report to improve aged care providers’ understanding of current technology and innovation relevant to the industry.
Peaks say aged care sector ‘unsustainable’
Aged care provider peak bodies have raised concerns about the sector’s unsustainability in the wake of StewartBrown’s recent report showing a further decline in financial performance.
New tool aims to minimise medication errors
The Australian Digital Health Agency and aged care medication management specialists Webstercare have launched an e-health record initiative to improve the management of medications.
Half of Australia’s aged care homes now in the red
The amount of aged care homes operating at a loss has tipped over 50 per cent for the first time, StewartBrown’s latest report on the financial performance of the sector finds.
Restraint use higher in non-metro facilities
Aged care residents in regional and remote facilities are more likely to be physically restrained than their city-dwelling counterparts, the first report of the government’s now mandatory program on quality indicators shows.
MYEFO disappointing, say aged care stakeholders
Provider peak bodies have reiterated their concerns for the aged care sector following the release of the Government’s Mid-Year Economic and Fiscal Outlook.
Hayylo wins pitch event
The team behind an aged care experience platform has picked up first prize at an industry event this week for the proposed redevelopment of its business model to expand services and value to the sector.
RC proposes medical response teams to improve health care
The aged care system needs a national network of government-funded multi-disciplinary hospital outreach services to support aged care recipients in their care facility or home, this week’s inquiry hears.
Rating tool aims to improve nutrition in aged care
A new initiative strives to help aged care providers identify food service areas they are excelling at and those requiring improvement.
Guide provides tips on caring for members of Stolen Generations
New resources aim to help aged care and health professionals better support Stolen Generations survivors when they are accessing care services.
Quality commissioner granted new powers
The role of aged care’s regulator has been expanded to include oversight of approving all aged care providers and all compliance and enforcement actions.
Qld calls for increased penalties for non-compliance
The Queensland government inquiry investigating the sudden closure of a Gold Coast aged care facility in July is calling for subcontractors to be as accountable as approved providers.
VR helping staff make mealtimes better for people with dementia
A new virtual reality application is helping aged care workers understand and improve the dining experiences of aged care recipients with dementia.
