An older workforce: A solution to carer demand?
March 4, 2015 | Aged Care Management
Aged care workforce assistance could come from an unlikely place – the growing number of able-bodied and healthy older Australians.
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Strong growth with the NDIS
February 25, 2015 | Aged Care Management
The National Disability Insurance Scheme is important for the aged care sector, and it’s set to see growth in the near future.
Adapt today, thrive tomorrow
The annual tri-state conference and exhibition held at the Albury Entertainment Centre is an opportunity for delegates from New South Wales, the Australian Capital Territory, South Australia and Victoria to discuss…
ACSA: Sector needs an affordable housing strategy
February 24, 2015 | Aged Care Management
Along with a need for adequately trained staff, both low- and high-care facilities, and options for care, Australia needs appropriate housing options for older members of the population. This isn’t…
Focusing on what matters: care and accountability in aged care
Elderly Australians are turning to aged care in increasing numbers, and residential care alone is now worth $14 billion in Australia. As a result, the industry needs to start putting…
New Queensland initiative could hold a valuable example for aged care
Australia faces a significant number of challenges over the next few decades, from an expanding population to dealing with infrastructure demands. The increasingly ageing populace is one such challenge that…
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.
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,…