Government announces 6,000 new Home Care Packages – but more needed to support older Australians at home
There was good news this week for some of the older Australians currently waiting to…More
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Royal Commission calling for public to have their say on future financing of aged care system – why we will need to pay more
Major news this week with the Royal Commission into Aged Care Quality and Safety not…More
Do you have hearing loss? There is now a sign language service to help you access aged care
The Federal Government has this week announced a free sign language service for older Australians…More
Royal Commission tests ideas for new vision for aged care system
The Royal Commission into Aged Care Quality and Safety returned to its home in Adelaide…More
Are older Australians really waiting five months for an aged care bed?
There have been a lot of media headlines recently around new Government figures showing that…More
Royal Commission’s latest research points to retirement living as answer to ageing better
Retirement villages and land lease communities are the future of aged care in Australia, according…More
Do you need help caring for an older family member? You may need to put your hand up for help
Family carers aren’t usually asked by health care workers if they need support in managing…More
Can you predict if you’re becoming frail? This tool is designed to pick up the early signs
The Positive Ageing Tool or PAT is a new online tool for older Australians to…More
Most people living in aged care homes feel safe and respected, new report says
Surveys conducted over the past two years show older people generally have a positive view…More
The Aged Care Royal Commission expands its vision seeking quality for the last 10 to 15 years of your life
There are 500,000 people in Australia who are aged 85 or older. Approximately 200,000 of…More