With the fastest-growing population of over 65s in the country, the Northern Territory is facing increasing demand for aged care services. In a bid to address this issue, the Federal government has pledged $60 million to build an aged care facility in Darwin. The new facility, which will be delivered in partnership with an aged…
As we age, maintaining our independence is important. However, many people choose to downsize to reduce the upkeep of a family home. Therefore, they may be considering moving into a retirement village or an aged care facility. Contrary to popular opinion, an aged care facility and a retirement village are not the same thing. So,…
Do you find yourself forgetting things more often? Or do you find concentrating increasingly difficult. You might be experiencing signs of cognitive impairment. While many people think these symptoms are a normal part of aging, cognitive impairment is not a normal part of aging. So what is cognitive impairment, and how can you reduce your…
Are you an activities coordinator or looking to get into the industry? Have you ever considered working in aged care? As we get older, we can’t always do everything we once did. However, remaining active and engaged is crucial. Activities coordinators help develop programs that allow aged care residents to maximise their quality of life….
Are you a case manager or considering a career in this field? Have you ever considered working in aged care? Case management refers to the planning and coordination of care necessary to meet the individual’s needs. It is a service generally delivered in the community rather than a residential aged care facility. It can involve…
Are you an older Australian who is receiving care in your home? Or are you looking after a loved-one who requires additional support to maintain their independence? From July 1, home care packages will transition to a new Support At Home system. Last week, the Federal Government released indicative prices of services under the new…
Are you a pastoral care worker or are you considering a career in this field? Have you thought about working in aged care? Pastoral care workers provide social, emotional and spiritual support to residents. While spiritually based, pastoral care is available to anyone regardless of their religious beliefs. Pastoral care workers don’t focus on treating…
Aged care homes aren’t commonly the inspiration for musicals. However, a new aged care musical is set to hit the stage in Sydney. Bloom is based on comedian Tom Gleisner’s experiences with his dad and parents-in-law living in aged care. The musical debuted in Sydney this week, following a successful run in Melbourne. The musical…
Are you a dietitian or looking to get into the industry? Have you ever considered working in aged care? As we age, maintaining proper nutrition is more important than ever. The role of a dietitian is to offer advice on food and nutrition, helping people to improve their health and wellbeing. By helping seniors maintain…
It’s well known that Australia is experiencing a severe shortage of aged care nurses, especially in rural and remote areas. In response, the Federal Government has invested $31.2 million to develop a new virtual nursing framework designed to support aged care providers. The initiative will be trialled in 30 residential aged care facilities, with a…