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Good enough care: The morality of working with limited resources
“If you care about the residents you are looking after and are not able to deliver the care they need, that just sucks the soul out of you.” Grace Welch, co-chair of a family council in Ontario’s long-term care system, was not speaking in metaphor. She was describing a reality faced daily by aged care […]
What’s the true value of medication competency in aged care?
Is medication competency worth the pressure in aged care? As personal care workers take on the critical task of administering medications, many are questioning whether the small pay increase offsets the added stress, responsibility, and clinical risk.
Innovation in wound care: Halving costs and elevating outcomes
Wound care is undergoing a quiet revolution in Australian aged care. Once one of the most resource-intensive and costly areas of clinical care, pressure injuries are now being tackled through proactive strategies, nurse-led innovation, and the integration of advanced technology.
Victoria to restrict medication administration in aged care homes under new legislation
The Victorian Government has introduced new legislation that will restrict the administration of high-risk medications in aged care homes to qualified health professionals only, as part of a broader push to improve clinical safety standards across the sector. Under the Drugs, Poisons and Controlled Substances Amendment Bill 2025, from 1 July 2026 only registered nurses, […]
Prevalent pain medication linked to 40% increase in dementia risk
It’s been hailed as a safer option for pain relief – until now. A new study has linked this commonly prescribed medication to a shockingly higher risk of dementia.
Numbers without narrative: The aged care reporting conundrum
Aged care data without analysis is just noise. Data like 4,075 neglect cases fuels fear, not progress, without investigation outcomes or risk benchmarks.
25 deaths this week: COVID-19 outbreaks persist in residential aged care
As 25 residents lost their lives to COVID-19 this week, 241 aged care homes battle outbreaks, with 1,597 active cases.
New ground: Updated falls guidelines for residential aged care
Falls are a major concern in aged care, costing Australia $2.8B yearly. The updated 2025 Falls Guidelines focus on practical interventions to keep residents safe and independent.
Outbreaks, resilience and responsibility: What the latest COVID-19 data tells us about aged care in 2025
Hundreds of aged care homes are still managing active COVID-19 outbreaks. The latest data reveals booster gaps, workforce strain and what leaders need to prioritise next.
When no system fits: Why younger people with dementia are still ending up in aged care
Younger people with dementia face limited care options. Aged care leaders must navigate policy gaps, NDIS shortfalls and rising demand for tailored support.
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