Happiness might be the most sought-after factor to consider a successful retired life, but fulfilment is what most people aspire for. One key
The fight for equality for the LGBT community is one that has been on for a long time. Although the number of people
In Australia, the superannuation retirement rules determine the accessibility of your superannuation. These apply to three distinct groups of people: under 60, over
MEDIA RELEASEThursday 21 January 2021 Engaging Accredited Practising Dietitians (APDs) to support food and nutrition in aged care is projected to save more
The Government has increased the amount of home care packages for the elderly, but it’s just a small dent in demand. On December 16
Dementia Australia has announced new research that suggests a new avenue into Alzheimer’s prevention. “New
It was a welcome change from pandemic-induced isolation when around 3000 aged care homes across
A recent study could lead to government-funded lifestyle programs to help at-risk seniors improve cognition
Dementia Simulation Training is giving people a confronting glimpse of what it’s like to live
Press Release: 14 December 2020 Australian Healthcare Associates (AHA), on behalf of the department, is reviewing the current
Media Release: 4 December 2020 On 2 December 2020 the Government introduced the Aged Care Legislation Amendment (Serious Incident
Press Release 9 December 2020 The Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission recently released a new outbreak management planning
Media Release 12 December 2020 Claims All aged care providers should submit their online and paper claims to
Tuesday 1 December 2020 A project team from Flinders University has been selected to develop a model for
Media release: 25 November 2020 In this issue: Monitoring financial risks ELDAC’s Digital Innovations in Aged Care Bring
People with disability have the right to be safe – Free national counselling and advocacy
Services Australia reviews the costs of aged care four times a year in January, March, July and September.
Issue 2020/27 : Information for the Aged Care Sector22 December 2020 We encourage you to share this newsletter
Press Release: 14 December 2020 Australian Healthcare Associates (AHA), on behalf of the department, is reviewing the current
New, free 3-week course on Dementia and caring Alfred Health
If you have a loved one who suffers from
A new pain assessment app is set for trial. This
Dementia is a national health concern in Australia. In fact,
15 Nov 2017 10:30 AM AEST – Dementia expansion as
With dementia being a common disease in old age, it’s
In the lead up to brain awareness week, it’s important
Alzheimer’s… Imagine that you had a task to complete that
Media Release :24 December 2020 The Minister for Aged Care and Senior Australians, Senator the Hon Richard Colbeck, has today written to aged care workers
Thank you to the 80% of residential aged care facilities who have nominated a member of their nursing staff to complete specialist training and become
Services Australia reviews the costs of aged care four times a year in January, March, July and September. This ensures the cost of a person’s
Issue 2020/27 : Information for the Aged Care Sector22 December 2020 We encourage you to share this newsletter with your colleagues and workforce, particularly your
This year’s Christmas messages from the Prime Minister and the Hon Richard Colbeck praised senior Australians and the aged care workforce for their resilience in
Schedule of fees and charges that will take effect from 1 January 2021An update of the schedules for residential and home care fees and charges will take effect
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Press Release: 16 October 2020 Today’s newsletter contains information on extended testing arrangements for asymptomatic aged care workers in Victoria. Also included is information on the
Government Press Release 15 October 2020 The Australian Government has announced its continued development of the possible replacement for the Aged Care Funding Instrument (ACFI),
(Government Press Release Oct 9, 2020, 7:17 PM) Total Funding Total funding for aged care has increased from $13.3 billion in 2012–13 to $23.9 billion in 2020–21.
2018-19 ACAR – Allocation of Residential Aged Care Places and Capital Grant Funding The Minister for Senior Australians and Aged Care, the Hon Ken Wyatt AM, MP has today announced
According to an interesting article by Rick Morton in the Australian Newspaper today, Minister Ken Wyatt says he is “personally committed” to introducing a new
More shocking claims have been Made at the Aged Care Royal Commission in Adelaide. Paul’s Versteege, Combined Pensioners and Superannuants Association NSW’ Policy Manager, has added
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