New viral warning shows importance of healthy work practices
October 21, 2015 | Aged Care Management
Much of the elderly population is at risk of serious infection, so what can aged care providers in Australia do to lower the risk?
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Tackling care in remote and regional aged care facilities
October 19, 2015 | Aged Care Management
Aged care Down Under faces no shortage of serious challenges, but the spread into regional areas is perhaps one of the most important.
3 ways to future-proof aged care
October 16, 2015 | Technology
In a sector that’s set to see such rapid change as aged care, a focus on innovation and the right technologies will prove essential.
A crucial part of the Australian community
October 14, 2015 | Aged Care Management
Carers Week is set to begin, running from October 11-17. It’s a week designed to promote the important role these members of the population play.
Dementia could prove to be a serious Australian issue
October 14, 2015 | Aged Care Management
Dementia stands as one of the most significant health issues in Australia, and it’s set to grow in the very near future without effective controls.
Evolving aged care to meet emerging standards
October 10, 2015 | Aged Care Management
With our aged care sector set to experience significant population expansion in the near future, there’s no denying that meeting new standards is important.
Global AgeWatch Index 2015 shows room for improvement
October 9, 2015 | Aged Care Management
Australian facilities may not be hitting the necessary quality bar, according to the Global AgeWatch Index 2015. What needs to be done?
Bringing mental health to the fore
October 8, 2015 | Aged Care Management
Dementia is a serious issue across the globe and Down Under, so it’s no surprise many organisations and departments take to promoting support events.
LASA comes forward about aged care cabinet changes
October 5, 2015 | Aged Care Management
For the longest time, industry bodies in the aged care sector have proven essential when it comes to advancing the cause of providers.
Summer approaches, but influenza remains
October 1, 2015 | Aged Care Management
Influenza can be one of the more serious aged care issues, so what can providers do to ensure outbreaks don’t become a problem?