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The cancellation of the dementia supplement is concerning given the plans providers have likely put in place for new staff and dedicated units.

A number of diseases are able to be classified as chronic, and it’s going be essential for aged care facilities to prepare.

Elderly Australians face a number of health issues due to old age, and these are only accelerated by growing obesity.

Changes are now in effect in the aged care sector, impacting both residents and providers. It’s important to understand exactly what’s changed.

The cessation of the dementia supplement has been called, setting a bad precedent for aged care funding by leading industry bodies.

It’s important for aged care providers to be aware of the changes the baby boomers will bring, and prepare facilities appropriately.

The Aged Care Education and Training Incentive Programme is one that deserves due consideration from aged care providers and workers.

The NSW government plans to focus on the relationship between specialist palliative services and residential aged care facilities.

Cancer research is set to receive a substantial boost with the announcement of an additional $19.3 million in funding.

Becoming more efficient can often seem like a difficult task, but helpful processes and procedures can go a long way.