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It’s easy to overlook the significance of mental health in Australia, especially when there are other, more noticeable issues. Mental health affects a substantial number of Australians, however, with a…
Aged care workforce assistance could come from an unlikely place – the growing number of able-bodied and healthy older Australians.
The National Disability Insurance Scheme is important for the aged care sector, and it’s set to see growth in the near future.
The annual tri-state conference and exhibition held at the Albury Entertainment Centre is an opportunity for delegates from New South Wales, the Australian Capital Territory, South Australia and Victoria to discuss…
Along with a need for adequately trained staff, both low- and high-care facilities, and options for care, Australia needs appropriate housing options for older members of the population. This isn’t…
Elderly Australians are turning to aged care in increasing numbers, and residential care alone is now worth $14 billion in Australia. As a result, the industry needs to start putting…
Australia faces a significant number of challenges over the next few decades, from an expanding population to dealing with infrastructure demands. The increasingly ageing populace is one such challenge that…
There is no shortage of developments in the aged care sector, especially with the Home Care Packages changes and a move to Consumer Directed Care.
Staffing the residential aged care facilities of the future could prove to be a difficult task given the lower number of expected workers, but help could come from an unexpected…
Australia is currently transitioning into an older population – one with a lower ratio of working-age individuals to those over 65. Preparation is obviously the most effective way to manage…