How can technology reduce the risk of falls in aged care management?
April 14, 2016 | Aged Care Management
While falling represents a serious risk in aged care management in Australia, new technology made possible by the IoT is offering solutions.
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Telehealth services can lead to greater autonomy for ageing Australians
April 7, 2016 | Aged Care Finance
Telehealth can provide more autonomy to elderly Australians and aged care providers in remote areas, a priority with proposed changes to aged care funding.
Competition for funding increases among aged care providers
March 23, 2016 | Aged Care Finance
Growing competition for aged care management funding is reflected in the 2015 ACAR, with four applications for each available opening.
How can artificial intelligence help Australian aged care facilities?
March 16, 2016 | Aged Care Management
By increasing patient autonomy, intelligent virtual assistants will have a number of benefits for aged care providers in Australia.
Rural care: The next challenge for aged care
February 26, 2016 | Aged Care Management
In an age bracket where ongoing healthcare, frequent monitoring and even full-time care are often essential, something needs to be done.
The IoT and the age of connected care
February 18, 2016 | Technology
The IoT is a new, powerful trend, and it’s time aged care providers start to think about how it could prove useful to operations.
COTA welcomes new legislation
February 16, 2016 | Aged Care Management
Change has been a constant for aged care facilities as well as the people seeking care. New legislation should help to ensure these are good adjustments.
Is 3D printing the future of surgery?
February 2, 2016 | Technology
3D printing is commonly associated with design and product development, but the technology is proving to have nearly limitless applications.
COTA congratulates Senior Australian of the Year
January 30, 2016 | Aged Care Finance
Aged care is undergoing a number of challenges and feeling regulatory and population pressure. This is why role models are so important.
Is it time for families to start getting familiar with aged care?
January 27, 2016 | Aged Care Management
The Aged care sector Down Under continues to change. What does this mean for providers, residents and families? Read on to find out.