Compliance scores questioned
Despite the discrepancies, the regulatory body defends its appraisal system.
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Long-form articles, analysis, expert opinions and key sector insights for aged care professionals in leadership, operations and frontline roles.
A focus on continuous learning
Embrace change, says Southern Cross Care NSW & ACT chief executive officer Monique Reynolds, who answers our questions on leadership and the aged care sector.
Regulator clamping down on governance compliance
Providers are being reminded to have robust governance processes in place.
Creating solutions together
Dr Katrina Long has established a network to support aged care stakeholders to work collaboratively and achieve great things.
Making it home sweet home
When considering the designs of its aged care facilities, Australian Unity is targeting small-scale living and steering clear of clinical vibes.
Innovating against inequality
A clinical care solution designed by the industry for the industry is hoping to improve rural aged care outcomes nationally.
Enriching lives through art and creativity
We should all support the role of art and creativity in the lives of older people, write Dr Tricia King and Dr Meg Polacsek.
Focused on saving communities
Apollo Care Alliance’s mission it to save regional community-based and faith-based aged care homes, says chief executive officer Stephen Becsi, answers our questions on leadership and the aged care sector.
Tackling the backroom mystery areas
Don’t forget the kitchen and laundry when considering your key cleaning requirements, writes John Taylor.
Building a robust culture
Person-centredness should be the prime directive for staff and managers at all levels of aged care organisations, writes Dr Sean Mack.
Bridging gaps beyond physical care needs
Social workers can facilitate better-quality outcomes for aged care residents that align with the quality standards, write a group of aged care professionals.
Opening the door to prison leavers
There are four key lessons to help service providers more confidently support older adults leaving imprisonment, writes Dr Jane (Ye In) Hwang.