ROYAL COMMISSION: Misuse of psychotropic drugs, lack of qualified workers
The dangers of antidepressant use in dementia patients and decline in registered nurses across the system were topics on the table…
Mental Health
Study finds older people at risk of social media misinformation about COVID-19
New research released by Macquarie University shows that older people are likely to be influenced or are more exposed to heal…
LWB is helping people stay connected in 2020
SPONSORED STORY - Australians across the country have felt the far-reaching social and economic effects of a pandemic that ha…
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New program targets mental health issues in older Australians
Macquarie University in New South Wales has launched a new online mental health program as a way to provide mental healt… -
MemBo simplifies life with technology for people with dementia
SPONSORED STORY - Managing important information such as appointment times, daily activities and general communications … -
ROYAL COMMISSION: Mental health, oral health and allied health
The Royal Commission into Aged Care Quality and Safety held its first hearings last week since their postponement due to… -
Resident's hobbies still being fostered in aged care
With a passion for photography he has had from a young age and a love of native flora and fauna and Australian landscape… -
LASA survey find home care providers boosting supports during COVID-19 crisis
A national study from aged care industry peak body, Leading Age Services Australia (LASA), found that most of their memb… -
Is yoga the secret to eternal youth? A Flinders University researcher thinks so
A Flinders University researcher believes yoga exercise could be a way for older people to maintain their youthful agili… -
Government injects $6 million into communication package for older Australians
Two new initiatives will be receiving a part of a $6 million communications package from the Federal Government that is … -
Taking care of yourself at home with COVID-19 restrictions easing
While restrictions are easing around States and Territories in Australia, this doesn't mean the country is out of the cl… -
Silver Memories radio service launches app
A 24/7 nostalgia radio service, Silver Memories, has launched an app for iPads and Android tablets to provide entertainm… -
Grand Gamers hitting mental high scores!
A unique study from the University of New England encouraging residents to participate in video games to re-engage their… -
New spiritual care resource unveiled
Peak body for spiritual care and ageing, Meaningful Ageing Australia, has launched a new resource guide, providing a spe… -
Study puts a spotlight on trauma of community service workers
The University of South Australia (UniSA) has just released a study, which has found important measures that need to be … -
R U OK? Day encourages Australians to notice the signs of someone struggling
Today is R U OK? Day with the national suicide prevention charity asking Australians to support their friends and family… -
New TV show highlights the benefits of seniors interacting with children
A new Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC) television series, produced by Endemol Shine Australia, will air tonight… -
A pet makes a world of difference in aged care
Animals are well-known to bring joy and happiness to older people, but this is now backed with scientific evidence that … -
ROYAL COMMISSION: Funding for carer support essential
The second day of the Mildura Hearings for the Royal Commission into Aged Care Quality and Safety heard from two people … -
Forgotten Australians are terrified of entering aged care
The aged care sector will soon have an influx of traumatised Forgotten Australians, people that experienced institutiona… -
World Elder Abuse Awareness Day marks the hidden plight of older Australians
Tomorrow, on June 15, World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD) will recognise the ongoing difficulties faced by neglected… -
Social inclusion and connection is key to improving elderly men’s health
Running from June 10-15, Men’s Health Week is highlighting the need for elderly men to take better care of themselves, w…
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The Creating Conversations: Healthier at Home Forums
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Housing Options workshops (SA)
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Australian Healthcare Week Expo 2021
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Enrolled Nurses' Conference
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Aged Care Reform Conference 2021
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ACSA 33rd National Summit - A New Age for Aged Care
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