Industry News
Paid Home Care Traineeship aims to address staff shortage
A new traineeship intends to reduce the skills shortage in the aged care industry. Trainees will be paid to study for the nationally recognised qualification. [ + ]
Bungree to expand care finder service offering, locations
Bungree Aboriginal Association is set to offer care finding services to people in the Central Coast, Lake Macquarie, Cessnock and Maitland local government areas. [ + ]
15% pay rise for aged care workers
Aged care industry bodies have welcomed the Fair Work Commission's decision to increase salaries of aged care workers, but are calling on the government to fund the pay rise in full. [ + ]
New electronic controlled drug register for RAC homes
BESTMED has announced a new secure electronic controlled drug register, BESTtrack, designed to assist residential aged care homes with medication management. [ + ]
Homebound and bedridden Australians tell their stories
An initiative for homebound and bedridden Australians has led to the development of an online arts exhibition to advocate for better access to health services. [ + ]
15.6% increase in calls to Qld Elder Abuse Helpline: report
UnitingCare's report into elder abuse revealed an increase in elders seeking help with multi-generational living linked to the spike in abuse. [ + ]
ARIIA Grants for 11 aged care projects
Eleven projects have been awarded a grant from Aged Care Research and Industry Innovation Australia (ARIIA) as part of the second round of its Grants Program. [ + ]
Aged care in focus at AHW 2023; don't miss your free pass
Aged care design, development and tech innovation are some of the key themes in focus at the 12th Annual Australian Healthcare Week, to be held 15–16 March 2023 at the International Convention Centre. [ + ]
Silverchain's Dr Karen Smith awarded OAM
Dr Karen Smith, Silverchain's National Director of Research and Evidence, has been recognised for her service to paramedicine in the Australia Day Honours List. [ + ]
Workshop on how culture influences dementia
The online workshop by the National Ageing Research Institute will be held on 15 February from 9:30 am to 12 noon. [ + ]
Scanner can detect bedsores up to five days earlier
An Australian aged care provider has introduced the Provizio SEM Scanner to assist clinicians with the early detection of pressure injuries amongst residents. [ + ]
Two new aged care providers for Macedon Ranges, Vic
Benetas and Intereach are set to deliver aged care services currently provided by Macedon Ranges Shire Council, Victoria. [ + ]
Pfizer launches health info hub
Australians think they should take better care of their general health and are seeking to improve their understanding, according to a Pfizer survey. [ + ]
"Whole-home" approach needed to boost physical activity
Physical activity needs to be embedded into the culture of care homes but lack of time among staff to support residents and a fear of falling are the two key barriers. [ + ]
Apathy: a possible risk factor for dementia progression
Apathy increases in patients with mild cognitive impairment and is associated with worse clinical outcomes according to a new study. [ + ]
