Industry News
Say "no" to the nursing home, urges campaign
A new television, radio and digital campaign has been launched that calls for Australians to embrace independent living as they age. [ + ]
Progress report released on Aged Care Royal Commission
The 2024 Progress Report on the Implementation of the Recommendations of the Royal Commission into Aged Care Quality and Safety has been published. [ + ]
High school students receive aged care opportunities
A collaborative training program has been developed within the Quirindi community that gives school students opportunities within the aged care sector. [ + ]
Mealtimes made easier through AI dementia study
Artificial intelligence research that aims to support dementia patients with enjoying mealtimes is being conducted by two Australian universities. [ + ]
Mitigating psychosocial risks through work design
A two-year research project that examined psychosocial risks in the aged care sector has just been completed by Curtin University. [ + ]
Odyssey celebrates four years with dining and dancing
An evening filled with food and dancing has marked the fourth birthday of Odyssey Lifestyle Care Communities. [ + ]
Having onsite pharmacists in aged care homes
Credentialed pharmacists can now be employed to work onsite in residential aged care homes, following changes that came into effect on 1 July 2024. [ + ]
Social inclusion initiative lands in aged care
The successful overseas "Ciao!" Program will be launching in aged care facilities within Australia. [ + ]
How a new discovery could improve Alzheimer's drugs
Australian scientists have made a significant discovery that could enhance the effectiveness of drugs currently used to manage Alzheimer's. [ + ]
Aged care workers acknowledged by awards
The finalists in the Aged & Community Care Providers Association (ACCPA) Excellence Awards have now been announced. [ + ]
Recurring scammers slammed by aged advocacy group
Scammers who repeatedly target previous victims — often older people — have been condemned by National Seniors Australia (NSA). [ + ]
101-year-old celebrates three decades of retirement
A 101-year-old woman, who was the first resident at TriCare Mt Gravatt Retirement Community, has celebrated three decades of retirement living. [ + ]
Improving culturally safe care for ATSI Australians
First Nations nurses who are interested in pursuing a career in aged care will now have free access to training courses. [ + ]
Publication of new aged care data and digital strategy
The Department of Health and Aged Care has published its Aged Care Data and Digital Strategy and Action Plan 2024–2029. [ + ]
Northern Beaches to receive new residential community
Expanding on an existing agreement with Aveo, Opal HealthCare will deliver a new residential aged care community to the Northern Beaches of Sydney. [ + ]
