The Royal Australian College of GPs has released updated guidelines for the care of older people.
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Intelligent ‘companion’ monitors elderly at home
An ageing population with a desire to remain at home is driving developments in assistive living technology.
New digital roster system aims to free care workers
Digital technology is increasingly helping home care providers improve efficiencies in their mobile workforces.
New technology offers hope for detecting Parkinson’s
Trials of a new technology that researchers hope will dramatically improve screening for Parkinson’s disease are set to begin next year.
Dementia resource helps pick up signs of abuse
Tips on picking up signs of elder abuse are included in new guide dementia guide for primary care workers.
Feros Care wins international excellence award
Feros Care has taken home an international award for its development and use of new technologies to improve client services.
Training helps financial planners detect elder abuse
Financial planners can complete an accredited training program to help them detect and prevent financial abuse of seniors.
App update makes medication management easier for carers
NPS Medicine Wise has updated its medication tracking app so it can be used by carers and healthcare workers who are looking after more than one person.
Training for dementia-friendly pharmacists
Pharmacists now have the opportunity to get dementia specific training thanks to a new online course developed by Dementia Training Australia.
Noticeboard: Carers Queensland opens new offices
Carers Queensland has opened six new offices around the state as part of its involvement in the NDIS community partners program.
New telecom resource provides support for people with disability
A new phone and online resource providing information about telecommunications products that are suitable for people with particular mobility, sensory, memory or cognitive conditions is now available.
High tech tests establish safe senior seat belt guidelines
Neuroscience Research Australia and the Transurban Road Safety Centre have developed an information booklet on the correct use of seat belts for seniors.
Noticeboard: Resthaven opens new community office
Resthaven has opened a new community services office in Mount Gambier following an increase in demand for services.
Flexible care places boosted in regional and remote areas
The Multi-Purpose Services aged care program will be expanded in regional, rural and remote areas in five Australian states.
