Understanding the Aged Care Entry Record
September 30, 2014 | Aged Care Management
Aged care changes were put into effect on July 1 of this year, and it’s important to understand exactly what effect these have on facility operations.
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COTA: Blueprint required for ageing Australia
September 23, 2014 | Aged Care Management
The Council On The Ageing has recently highlighted the need for a government blueprint that details changes coming to the aged care sector.
Aged care sector needs to prepare for resident choice
The aged care sector is rapidly changing as larger numbers of residents enter the care of facilities. Increasing choice will bring further changes.
Understanding issues and challenges in aged care
September 22, 2014 | Aged Care Management
The aged care sector is rapidly evolving in line with the growing elderly population. It’s going to be essential that providers are aware of changes.
Developing a priority aged care workforce
The aged care industry has been identified as an area where a focus on the workforce is essential, especially given the strong projected growth in the near future.
Liverpool health training and education facility opened
September 16, 2014 | Aged Care Management
A new state of the art health training facility will prepare the next generation of nurses for future work in the aged care sector.
The necessity of the Industry Skills Fund
The aged care sector is set to grow in the near future, and higher levels of care will likely be an area of focus for providers.
NSW public health system treating higher patient numbers
The public health sector in New South Wales is improving, both in the number of patients able to be cared for and the speed of emergency care.
Forbes Hospital redevelopment pushes forward
September 2, 2014 | Aged Care Management
Hospital redevelopments in New South Wales are progressing, ensuring the state will be better equipped to face the future population needs.
COTA says retirement incomes require review
A new report from Per Capita has been called essential by COTA Chief Executive Ian Yates. The new report details changes to the pension.