Taking a gendered approach to ageing
November 18, 2014 | Aged Care Management
With population growth showing no immediate sign of slowing, providers will need to take several approaches to understanding the aged care sector.
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SCC set to create a substantial number of new jobs
November 18, 2014 | Assessment and Optimisation
The sod has been turned at the development site of a new aged care facility – one that will provide necessary care for the elderly.
Incorrect information a serious issue
November 18, 2014 | Aged Care Management
Means testing is a necessary part of the aged care process, but delays are causing a significant number of issues for providers and the elderly.
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?
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.