Consumers Dementia A scan may indicate your risk of dementia five to 10 years before symptoms develop A new study published in Alzheimer’s & Dementia: The Journal of the Alzheimer’s Association, detailed...
Consumers Home & Community What happens to your pets when you die Our furry friends are more than just pets. They are cherished members of our families. Ensuring their well-being becomes...
Industry Providers Department of Health set to address ‘10 years of reform in only 10 days’ on February 2 The Department of Health and Aged Care will address the fallout from COVID-19 emergency telehealth measures on Friday.
Consumers Dementia Positive Ageing How a daily multivitamin dose may reduce the risk of dementia As one ages, it’s a good idea to keep as healthy and active as possible. While many of us are familiar with the...
Industry Caring & Carers Unlocking global talent to fill critical gaps in Aged Care workforce Lutheran Services has become one of the first Aged Care providers in Queensland to join the Australian...
Industry Government What older Australians want out of the new Aged Care Act What would you like to see from the new Aged Care Act in December?
Consumers Advice What an older person should know before calling a tradie Do you know an older person in need of home repairs? Here’s how to prevent them from falling prey to dodgy...
Industry Workforce From permanent to part-time: the switch can kill New research highlights the need to financially plan for your future before retiring. Returning to part-time work could...
Consumers Caring & Carers Government COVID restrictions are changing again, so what are the latest rules? Last week, the National Cabinet unanimously agreed to scrap the mandatory COVID-19 isolation requirements, except for...
Consumers Advice Government Bulk billing is changing – how will it affect you? The rising costs of providing health services is leading General Practitioners (GPs) to pass on more of the costs to...
Consumers Government Health and Wellbeing Cheaper medications soon to be available for older Australians The Government intends to drop the price of medications on the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) from a maximum of...
Consumers Industry Caring & Carers Labor’s aged care wins during their first 100 days in office This week, the Federal Labor Government have reached the milestone of 100 days in office and have already shown signs of...
Consumers Advice Government New workforce strategies you may notice in your nursing home With aged care workers leaving the sector in droves and issues with encouraging people to join the sector, the Federal...
Consumers Advice Caring & Carers How can I continue to receive care if my local council stops delivering aged care services? A new funding model from the Federal Government has caused some Victorian councils to stop providing aged care services...
Consumers Advice Elder Abuse Financial elder abuse increased due to the pandemic, how can you protect yourself? The World Health Organisation (WHO) recently released data showing that the COVID-19 pandemic has resulted in elder...
Consumers Elder Abuse Government Changes to reportable incidents in aged care better safeguard older people A recent change to the reportable incidents in aged care by the Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission (ACQSC) will...
Consumers Industry Government What new aged care bills passed in Parliament? Parliament has returned this week for the first time since May’s Federal Election – which saw the Labor Party...
Consumers Finance Home & Community Interest rate increase to impact people considering aged care The Maximum Permissible Interest Rate (MPIR) has made the largest jump over a quarter since the Global Financial Crisis...
Consumers Government Health and Wellbeing What does it mean to take responsibility for your own health during the COVID-19 pandemic? As COVID-19 case numbers soar, the Federal, State and Territory Governments have made it clear that they will not be...
Consumers Caring & Carers Education & Training Income Award changes and what it means for you The recent changes to the Award for home carers may have an unintended effect on Home Care Package recipients, with the...
Consumers Industry Caring & Carers Staff shortages in aged care have doubled in 12 months The Committee for Economic Development of Australia (CEDA) has found that the aged care workforce crisis has doubled...