Briefings on the way for aged care sector
February 18, 2015 | Aged Care Management
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.
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COTA welcomes SA government changes
February 17, 2015 | Aged Care Management
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…
Alternative support option for those with dementia
February 10, 2015 | Aged Care Management
The Dementia and Severe Behaviours Supplement was set to provide critical support for the growing population of elderly Australians with Alzheimer’s and other symptoms of Dementia. However, support is now being…
A look at the key points in the Korda Mentha aged care report
Advisory and consultancy firm Korda Mentha released their aged care report at the end of 2014, and the results are certainly interesting for those involved in the sector. The publication,…
Aged care delays cause further issues
Financial sustainability and staffing places are currently prominent issues in the Australian aged care sector, but there are renewed concerns about extended waiting lists for community care services following the release of…
Reviewing aged care skills
February 9, 2015 | Aged Care Management
Aged care is one industry where staff need to have a high level of training and skill in order to deliver the necessary levels of care, but the workforce could…
Growth opportunity for in-home care
Corrs, Chambers and Westgarth have outlined the significant growth opportunities in the in-home aged care sector – with packages continuing to grow.
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…
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…