Equal aged care access for multicultural communities
Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) Australians will receive support in overcoming barriers they may face in accessing…
Education & Training
Aged care is complicated but diverse legal and financial advice can help
SPONSORED STORY - Aged care can be complex to navigate, especially when making decisions, which is why integrated financia…
New clinic to support older people with cognitive difficulties
Macquarie University in Sydney, has opened a new special health clinic that utilises doctors, clinical neuropsychologists …
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Care Huddles – a tool to improve communication and support team building
OPINION - Care huddles are a structured process for teams to communicate about client care, share information, and de… -
From bedsides to boardrooms
OPINION - From bedsides to boardrooms, mentoring can make careers more meaningful. At the beginning of 2020, many of… -
Victorian older Australians urged to be careful
Victoria has experienced a resurgence of COVID-19 and the Federal Government is urging older people in Victoria to be… -
Hearing your customer
OPINION - As we progress with consumer choice in aged care it is increasingly important to ensure you are hearing the… -
COVID-19 impacts World Elder Abuse Awareness Day but doesn't dampen the message
World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD) was held on 15 June, putting a spotlight on an uncomfortable topic that many … -
Global Centre for Modern Ageing launch online COVID-19 portal for older people
In a bid to further support older Australians during the COVID-19 crisis, the Global Centre for Modern Ageing (GCMA) … -
Peak bodies team up with ABC's Dr Norman Swan on COVID-19 video series
Dr Norman Swan, physician and ABC journalist and broadcaster, is collaborating with aged care peak body, Leading Age … -
Keeping music alive in aged care during COVID-19
Live music can be an important activity for older people to engage and help them connect with others, however, many a… -
Senior Australians receive access to free online eSafety courses
The Federal Government has invested in free daytime webinar courses for older Australians to improve their online ski… -
New COVID-19 hotline for older Australians launches
Older Australians will now be able to call a dedicated COVID-19 hotline to access the critical information they need … -
Older people avoiding eye appointments risk losing their sight
While the coronavirus is yet to reach its peak, it's already becoming clear that the after-effects of the pandemic wi… -
How the aged care workforce and providers have adapted to the coronavirus
Every day there is a new update around the coronavirus and how we, as individuals, can help reduce the spread of COVI… -
Five easy home exercises for older people
Keeping fit and healthy is an important part of ageing well, but it's even more important now as Australia is battlin… -
How do I continue to get healthcare if I am self-isolating?
As more and more businesses close and the Government takes action to minimise the spread of the coronavirus, or COVID… -
People with dementia and the coronavirus
Protecting people with dementia from the coronavirus will be difficult and there will be a number of challenges aroun… -
How home care will change while looking after a loved one from a distance
The coronavirus will change how home care services are delivered at home to recipients, and families will need to swi… -
Keeping yourself healthy and safe during COVID-19
Staying safe and keeping healthy during the outbreak of COVID-19 will help protect yourself and others. -
How to self-isolate and tips to not get bored indoors
The Federal Government has called for people to self-isolate at home if they have just returned from overseas or have… -
Everything you need to know about coronavirus
A coronavirus is a large family of viruses which can cause illness in animals or humans. The
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Conferences & Events
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LASA National Integrated Seniors Housing Virtual Conference 2020
LASA's National Integrated Seniors Housing Conference will … -
Aged Care Professionals Networking Event - Our ageing future
Louise Mace from New Way to Stay is hosting the A… -
International Dementia Conference
The International Dementia Conference's 2020 has been pushe… -
Australian Healthcare Week Expo 2020
The 10th Australian Healthcare Week 2020… -
LASA National Congress - Ten Days of Congress
LASA's annual National Congress will be delivered as an onl…
Our information guides
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When it's more than forgetfulness
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Respite care is available to support you and your carer
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Giving greater flexibility and choice of care to recipients