Supporting aged care with advanced robotics
November 11, 2014 | Technology
A new study has found Australians to be quite trusting of robots – could the machines provide a staffing solution in the aged care sector?
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New Bupa residential facility to go ahead in Rangeville
November 11, 2014 | Aged Care Management
Bupa have recently turned the first sod at the site of a new aged care facility in Queensland, one that will provide 108 beds and an onsite GP.
Preparing the palliative care sector
November 11, 2014 | Aged Care Management
Aged care growth is certainly going to mean providers will be required to take action, but they’ll also need to be aware of palliative care requirements.
Successful bid for Australian ILC centre
November 11, 2014 | Aged Care Management
A growing aged care population depends on a strong network of research and collaboration – and that’s exactly what ILC has set out to achieve.
Dementia resource aims to raise awareness of care order limitations
November 4, 2014 | Aged Care Management
Dementia is currently growing in Australia, with further rise in numbers predicted in the near future. These issues need to be addressed now.
Medical innovation in NSW
November 4, 2014 | Aged Care Management
NSW faces a growing population, but the state stands prepared now more than ever with grants for new medical technologies and transplant techniques.
Advancing Alzheimer’s understanding: The TOMORROW study
October 29, 2014 | Aged Care Management
A new Alzheimer’s study in the US, Europe and Australia hopes to advance understanding of the illness – crucial for elderly Australians.
South Australia reducing administrative burdens by cutting down red tape
October 28, 2014 | Aged Care Management
Effective aged care sector management is needed, and that’s why the efforts like the South Australian Innovation Hub trial are needed.
AMA calls for interaction between aged care and health care
October 28, 2014 | Aged Care Management
The Australian Medical Association has outlined the need to deliver medical care directly to aged care facilities. Could this change be effected?
Elderly Australians at high risk of poverty
October 28, 2014 | Aged Care Management
A new report has detailed startling figures in regards to Australian poverty, and action will need to be taken in the near future.