Jun 27, 2024 | AGED CARE, Community, HOME CARE
This article originally appeared on Aged Care Today Winter 2024 (stock photo only) Discrimination drives many LGBTIQ+ people to avoid disclosing their diverse bodies, sexual orientations or genders in healthcare, which has a direct impact on their end-of-life...
Jun 17, 2024 | AGED CARE, Community, Company News
The Australian Conference of Community and Public Aged Care (ACCPA) recently held its annual Victorian Conference at the Pullman Melbourne Albert Park from June 11 to 13, 2024. This event brought together industry leaders, professionals, and stakeholders to discuss...
Jun 3, 2024 | AGED CARE, Aged Care System, Community
Founded by members of the local Anglican diocese in 1974, Good Shepherd Lodge Ltd is a not-for-profit Aged Care organisation serving the Mackay region. In this short article, we’ll share insights from Good Shepherd’s quality systems review, assessment criteria to...
May 30, 2024 | AGED CARE, Aged Care System
The Australian Government’s 2024–25 Budget allocates $2.2 billion to enhance safe and high-quality aged care services. The key focus areas include: Reducing Wait Times: The budget aims to reduce wait times for older individuals seeking Home Care Packages. Workforce...
May 24, 2024 | AGED CARE, Aged Care System, HOME CARE
This article originally appeared on Aged Care Today Autumn 2024 (stock photo only) In December 2023, the Commonwealth Department of Health unveiled a draft of new legislation that marks a significant revamp of the Aged Care Act 1997 (Cth) (referred to as the ‘Aged...
May 17, 2024 | AGED CARE, Aged Care System, Community
Australia’s aged care sector recently demonstrated its forward-thinking approach and commitment to innovation at the 12th Asia Pacific Eldercare Innovation Awards held in Singapore. The awards were part of the World Ageing Festival, which attracted 5,000 people...
