Growth opportunity for in-home care
February 9, 2015 | Aged Care Management
Corrs, Chambers and Westgarth have outlined the significant growth opportunities in the in-home aged care sector – with packages continuing to grow.
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Young Australians living in aged care
February 6, 2015 | Aged Care Management
Residential aged care facilities play a key role in providing a high level of care for elderly Australians, but they’re also home to young people with disabilities. Of course, this group…
Government begins audit of workforce programs
February 4, 2015 | Aged Care Management
The Australian federal government began a new audit into aged care workforce programs in October – specifically those that are receiving government funding. This audit is critical to developing an aged…
New smart sensor partnership promising for aged care
February 3, 2015 | Technology
The elderly and disabled are among the most vulnerable members of the community, and as a result have dedicated home carers and family members providing assistance directly within the home –…
National Dementia Congress an important consideration for providers
January 20, 2015 | Aged Care Management
With a total population of nearly 24 million people, and around 342,000 of those living with dementia, Australia needs to start addressing what’s needed for care. It’s certainly not the…
Telecross system an important tool for elderly Australians
January 20, 2015 | Aged Care Management
The Red Cross has long been an organisation focused on the wellbeing of the disadvantaged and the elderly, and has taken a step forward in care with the announcement of…
New aged care facility could point to revised accommodation model
January 20, 2015 | Aged Care Management
Australia is currently on a fast track to see a substantial elderly population over the next few decades, placing pressure on the workforce in a number of sectors – including…
ACSA: Ceasing the Pre-Entry Leave subsidy will cause issues
January 13, 2015 | Aged Care Management
In any industry with rapid growth there is always the chance of financial constraint when subsidies are changed or revoked – and that is exactly what has happened with the Pre-Entry…
Preparing for rising temperatures
January 13, 2015 | Aged Care Management
It’s no secret Australian summers can be some of the hottest across the globe, but they can also be deadly – especially in states like Western Australia. Aged care providers…
Feros set to deliver extended care to Victorian seniors
January 7, 2015 | Aged Care Management
Victorian seniors are set to see a substantial boost in care shortly thanks to a funding increase granted to Feros Care, a not-for-profit organisation that’s been delivering care and support to…