Seniors warned over shocking scam statistics
A high alert has been issued for all Australians after a new report has revealed that more money was lost to scammers…
Safety & Security
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Aged care financial and tax practices under inquiry
Following a string of controversy and hearsay, a new inquiry into the financial and tax practices of for-profit aged … -
Surveillance cameras in aged care should be considered
The spark for the ongoing topic of surveillance cameras in aged care has once again been ignited in a recent submissi… -
Launch of new initiative means older Australians can Be Connected
A three-year government initiative aimed at increasing the skills and confidence of older Australians using digital … -
Marriage Equality vote may leave elderly at risk
Safeguards have been put in place nation-wide as part of the current Marriage Equality postal survey, however concern… -
Stay at home longer with home modifications
SPONSORED STORY - Home modifications are among one of the most important factors in keeping Australians at home longe… -
Report for review into aged care regulations rescheduled
The Government’s Review of National Aged Care Quality Regulatory Processes has been extended from 31 August to 29 … -
Assistance considered for non-monitored medical alarm users
After months of lobbying, nbn has confirmed it is currently in the process of reviewing the assistan… -
iTunes scam alert: elderly Australians at risk
An alert has been issued about over the phone payment through iTunes gift cards following more than 2,000 complaints … -
Protecting the vulnerable from exploitation and protecting rights
Unsolicited contact from charities, providers and the like are common for almost everyone, but for some of our most v… -
Calls for further dialogue on domestic violence and older people
Recognising the need for more dialogue and research into domestic violence and older people, the South Eastern Sydney… -
Government calls for feedback on regulations review
Aged care recipients, their families, health and aged care service providers, regulators and key experts and any othe… -
Synovum Care Bellmere facility to provide 'inclusive' dementia care
Synovum Care is preparing to open the world’s first inclusive village for residents with dementia and other complex… -
Technology needs to support delivery of aged care services
Establishing a national data exchange and reporting hub to support providers with advanced business intelligence, ana… -
Calls for national elder abuse helpline
The possibility of an elder abuse national helpline number is one aspect Carolanne Barkla, Chief Executive Officer of… -
Understanding and ending the abuse of older people
This years World Elder Abuse Awareness Day, held on June 15th, is focussed on raising awareness and understanding of … -
Consumers warned to stay wary of scams around tax time
The Australian Taxation office is reminding people to be vigilant around tax time, when scammers may be particularly … -
Staff ratios in aged care should help ensure quality care
‘Not enough nursing staff’ is the main reason for residents missing out on care, followed by ‘too many resident… -
Fresh allegations push Oakden closer to closure
The doors of the Oakden Nursing Home in South Australia may close sooner than first thought following two new claims … -
Experts urge consumers to stay wary on social media
Government and consumer groups are using this years National Consumer Fraud Week, #Fraudweek2017, to spread awareness… -
Police warn of ‘can you hear me’ phone scam
A phone scam that made the rounds in the United States and United Kingdom this year has now reached Australia, author…
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