Spreading the word about home care
With the Government rolling out an additional 10,000 high-level Home Care Packages (HCP) this week, many people may still be in…
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Celebrating women in aged care
Women working in the aged care industry across the globe are being recognised and celebrated as part of a new social media…
$4m investment in rural aged care services
Senior Australians living in regional, rural and remote areas will have more access to high quality aged care through the …
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Remember loved ones with dementia this Christmas
People mostly associate the festive season with joy and good cheer, however it can be particularly stressful for thos… -
Downsizing - a checklist for seniors, caregivers
SPONSORED STORY - Moving is stressful at any age, especially for seniors looking to downsize. -
Café at residential aged care home offers employment for people with disability
A café in Narre Warren, Victoria is providing the community with more than just coffee and cake. -
Welcome funding boost no long-term solution, say industry bodies
A half-a-billion dollar boost to the aged care sector that will support thousands of senior Australians to live at h… -
New technology to help seniors live longer at home
High-tech movement monitoring promises to help more senior Australians live safely in their own homes for longer, tha… -
National storytelling platform recognises inspiring individuals in aged care
A new storytelling platform aims to give a stronger voice to the many inspirational individuals and stories that make… -
Art therapy a stroke of creativity
You don’t have to be an expert in drawing or painting to reap the benefits of art therapy. Unleashing your inner Pi… -
Landmark study shows ageism is alive and well among older Australians.
The most comprehensive national study ever undertaken to seek the views of Australians over 50 has found a third of o… -
National awards recognise innovation and excellence in retirement living
A number of individuals and organisations have been recognised for their contribution and achievements across the ret… -
Interactive dementia app encourages 'a better visit'
A new app by Dementia Australia aims to assist people in connecting and communicating when visiting loved ones living… -
Cookbook celebrates food, family and friends
Opal Aged Care’s Endeavour Home has created a unique way to celebrate their residents’ family history. -
Home care not keeping up with demand
Too many senior Australians are still without the level of care they need despite figures showing an increase in home… -
Survey seeks input on best possible solutions for future seniors
Input from the broader community is being sought through a research survey by care provider IRT for the future design… -
Retirement living on the rise, architecturally
New Census data of more than 68,000 units has proven that the sky's the limit when it comes to retirement living, wit… -
New aged care quality legislation set to ‘empower’ senior Australians
The industry has welcomed the next step forward in creating significant changes to quality in aged care following th… -
20 years of supporting people with Parkinson's in Western Australia
SPONSORED STORY - The Parkinson’s Western Australia (WA) Nurse Specialist Service has recently celebrated 20 years… -
Older Australians ‘less affected’ by loneliness
A new survey has surprised its researchers, revealing that older Australians may be less lonely than first thought. -
Eleventh ITAC conference reiterates importance of tech in aged care
The annual Information and Technology in Aged Care (ITAC) conference was held on 21-22 November at the Adelaide Conve…
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LASA Leadership Professional Development Program
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Preparing for the new Standards
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LASA Tri-State Conference and Exhibition
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Making an Impact Conference 2019
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