Restraints in aged care: why it will take more than a change of regulations to transform the system
If you have been following media coverage of the sector in the last two weeks,…More
Author: Jill Donaldson
Jill Donaldson
A practising aged care physiotherapist for the past 13 years, Jill has worked in more than 50 metropolitan and regional aged care homes. She has also toured care facilities across the US and Africa. She is a passionate advocate for both the residents in aged care and the staff that serve them.
Did you know it takes an average of four months to get into an aged care home?
The waiting time to enter a facility after being approved is now up to 121…More
Public invited to make submissions to Aged Care Royal Commission – why this is an opportunity for real change
Today the Royal Commission into Aged Care Quality and Safety is holding its preliminary hearing…More
The difficult conversation: how to talk to a loved one about care options
We often hear from readers at agedcare101 at this time of the year concerned about…More
Palace Cinemas present the Apia Young at Heart Seniors Film Festival
Now in its 14th edition, the upcoming Apia Young at Heart Seniors Film Festival celebrates…More
Benetas bringing a new look to aged care in Victoria
Dalkeith Hostel, in Traralgon, is undergoing an expansion and refurbishment which will support Benetas’ new…More
Submissions called for Royal Commission into Aged Care
Members of the public and organisations have until at least the end of June this…More
New Aussie dementia facility giving residents new lease on life
NewDirection Care facility in Bellmere, Queensland is changing the lives of those suffering with dementia…More
Federal Government commits half a billion dollars in extra aged care funding – but more home care packages needed
The Government has announced $552.9 million in new funding for the sector – including $287…More
Protecting the vulnerable: NSW sets up independent ageing commissioner to investigate elder abuse
Premier Glady Berejiklian has announced she will appoint an Ageing and Disability Commissioner to find…More